Lisha
Liang

Lisha Liang (b. 1994) is an alumna of the Academy of Fine Arts in Florence, Italy, where she graduated with distinction. Currently pursuing a Ph.D. at the esteemed University of Bologna, Italy, Liang's multidisciplinary practice spans performance, installation, sculpture, video, photography, and painting.

Lisha Liang's artistic journey has been marked by numerous exhibitions and group showcases across China and Italy. Her notable recognitions include being featured in the "99 Future Blue Chip Artists" publication by Artsted (January 2024), "222 Artisti emergenti su cui investire 2024" by Exibart Edition (October 2023), and achieving finalist status in the Exibart Prize 2022/23 (June 2023) and Exibart Prize 2021 (June 2022). Liang's contributions have also been acknowledged through participation in prestigious events such as the Arte Laguna Prize 17th Edizione in Venice, Italy (March 2023), and the III Rea Art Fair held at Fabbrica del Vapore in Milan, Italy (October 2022).

Artist Statement

Liang's artistic focus lies in addressing gender issues and the perpetuation of gender- based violence, topics that have increasingly concerned her and prompted her to engage actively in feminist discourse. Through her artistic research, she extends and delves into subjects like sex education and domestic violence. Liang believes contemporary art mirrors society's queries: what can we do to make tomorrow a better day? How to show to people and make them aware of the problems affecting our collective experiences. Thereafter, drawing from her empirical observations of the surrounding reality, Liang emphasize on gender-related issues, particularly those concerning domestic violence and sexual education. She utilizes her artwork as a reflective mirror, capturing and expressing firsthand experiences as well as narratives shared by others. Employing a blend of traditional techniques like photography, performance, and installation, along with cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence and augmented reality, Liang crafts pieces that are both interactive and contemplative. In positioning herself between the experience and its consumption, Liang seeks to activate a quest for meaning through her work, aiming for universality in her message. Through this approach, she endeavors to provoke dialogue and reflection on the themes she explores, inviting viewers to engage deeply with her art and its broader implications.