Harmonic Dissonance Louise Zhang

The visceral artworks of Louise Zhang are animated by a dynamic tension between desire and repulsion. Through lurid, eye-catching paintings, blobby, bodily sculptures, and, more recently, VR and immersive technological works, her practice navigates a complex interplay of histories, forms, and cultural references. Rich in both Chinese and Western symbolism, Zhang’s art expresses a curious duality and ambiguity that oscillates and unfolds when encountered. Her practice draws upon affect, Eastern mythology, and Chinese botany through the lens of her hybrid, ‘third culture’ identity.

Initially trained as a painter, Zhang quickly developed an interest in other forms of materiality, including sculpture and installation. She enjoyed drawing as a child and spent a lot of time visiting fashion studios