Artist Statement

My artistic practice is a continuous exploration of the dynamics between reality and perception. Through my installations and sculptures, I invite the viewers to join me in questioning established norms, immersing themselves in the fluidity of perception, and embracing the myriad possibilities that lie beyond the familiar.

My artistic practice is not confined to a singular medium; rather, it is an evolving narrative that weaves together diverse elements. Sculptures, images, videos, and sound converge to create multi-sensory experiences that transcend the boundaries of traditional artistic expressions. In my practice, I delve into the relationship between body and mind, questioning the seemingly consistent logic of our physical world. Inspired by the fluidity found in everyday experiences, I construct installations that disrupt the equilibrium between the familiar and the unknown. Domestic and industrial environments serve as the backdrop for my creations, undergoing reconstruction and rearrangement to subvert the expected. The intention is to flip the perceptual experience, compelling viewers to confront unfamiliar metaphysical realms and question the certainties they hold.

Bio

Yani He is an artist from Henan, China, who moved to the U.S. in 2017 as an international student. She earned her B.A. in Studio Art with a ceramics focus from Centre College, KY and is currently in her last semester pursuing a M.F.A. in Ceramics at Ohio University. Yani is currently working on her MFA Thesis Exhibition "Fishing from a Bird's Eye View". In addition to her artistic practice, Yani has contributed to teaching, teaching assisting and worked as a wood-shop technician at Ohio University.