Taaye, artist born in Hong Kong and now living in Vancouver, draws inspiration from her experiences of family dysfunction, relationship and career upheaval, and frequent relocation. These experiences have led her to question life’s impermanence and enduring truths, prompting her to depict personal motifs in a multi-layered, hazy, and subdued style.

Profoundly influenced by the Buddhist concept of transcendence (出世), Taaye’s work focuses on human elevation to seek higher truths and envision imagery freed from suffering. This exploration transcends visual aesthetics, delving into sensations of ambiguity and her deep search for permanence. She believes that, much like in Buddhist philosophy, harmony in art and life is found within soft edges and ambiguity.

A prominent motif in Taaye’s artistic expression is her connection to the yellow-crested cockatoos in Hong Kong, originally from Indonesia and introduced to the region through British colonization and trade. These playful and inquisitive birds embody a curious and pure energy that resonates throughout her work, representing the essence she aspires towards. 

Additionally, Taaye integrates Cantonese motifs, Buddhist imagery, and fluid landscapes, drawing inspiration from her Asian upbringing and the evolving environments encountered during her travels. This exploration symbolically enriches her cultural heritage and underscores the impermanence and fragility of seemingly stable situations, reminding viewers that nothing in front of us remains immutable.