Vina loves nature. Birds, flowers and ponds are all joys in her life. As an artist, she strives to capture the sense of harmony and peace within images of nature.

Vina began painting 20 years ago and is passionate about both western and eastern art, striving to fuse the essence of  both worlds in her work.  She uses Chinese brush painting techniques on rice paper and silk, and also works with pastels, acrylics and oil..

Vina’s works have been exhibited sololy and in group shows locally and internationally. Her paintings have received many honors and awards. Judges from the Japan International Sumi-e Society have awarded her long scroll pieces with special honors.

Vina is the cofounder and art coordinator of the Chinese Fine Art Association at Madison, Wisconsin. (www.cfaamadison.com) and she is a member of Wisconsin Regional Art Association and Madison Art Guild.

Professionally Vina is a research scientist. Her interest in both art and science complement each other and inspire her creativity. You can see more of Vina’s art at www.artbyvinayang.com or contacting her at vyang@aol.com for any question.