Meet the Taiwanese Artist: Yi Ling Lai

Interview by Korean British Cultural Exchange (KBCE)

KBCE's Latest Artist Collaboration, Partnering with the British Museum, Prada, and Ffern as a Renowned Calligrapher

Yi Ling Lai (b.1997) resides and works in London. She finished her Bachelor's degree in Calligraphy Art and Chinese Painting from the National Taiwan University of Art in 2019, followed by a Postgraduate Degree in MFA Fine Art from Kingston University in 2021.

Drawing inspiration from both eastern and western traditions, Ling has honed her artistic practice in Chinese calligraphy, paintings, and drawings. By merging these diverse traditions, she explores the ideas, systems, and experiences of language and its inherent limitations. Her artistic exploration involves testing the boundaries and possibilities of traditional Chinese calligraphy, delving into themes of desire, ambivalence, and obsession. Additionally, Yi Ling aims to bridge cultural gaps by making the art of Chinese calligraphy more accessible and appreciated among the diverse community in the UK, catering to people from various backgrounds and interests. /Read More.../