Mirroring the times we live in
This week we welcome Kim Chan, a Queens-based illustrator whose work emphasizes the importance of intersectional and international solidarity. Their works have previously been featured in establishments such as, but not limited to, Flushing Town Hall, the People’s Forum and the Made in Queens Arts Walk in Jackson Heights.
In 2021, Chan’s short comic “Queens – I Love You, But You’re Bringing Me Down…” was one of five projects commissioned by the Creative Sanctum (headed by Sharon Chin) as part of its Catalyst Commission which supports works that encourage New Yorkers to take part in local as well as general elections.
In Chan’s words: “Nina Simone once said “An artist’s duty, as far as I’m concerned, is to reflect the times.’ I try to live up to her words through the use of color, texture pen, markers, gel pens and upcycled tools such as expired makeup.”
