Yuxuan Mei

Fast learner and hard working person

ICICLE, ICICLE SPACE, Curator                                                                                                                               04/2021-01/2022 China                                                                   

Undertake research with artists on plannedl exhibition; entered work details; Coordinated the exhibition timeline; Facilitated information sharing; Followed up on actions as required.

• Curated 3 exhibitions at the ICICLE SPACE for the Australian photographer, Chinese sculptor and an interactive art team. Including the selection of works, setting and transportation of works, daily maintenance of the venue. 3 photo pieces have been sold and 4 paintings have been sold in these exhibitions.
• Established strategic collaborations with more than 10 prominent social media platforms to disseminate exhibition-related articles, effectively amplifying the reach and visibility of the exhibition. Engaged with over 50 influential Key Opinion Leaders across diverse social media channels to promote and endorse the exhibition.

Karla Otto, K2 Asia, EVENT PLANNING DEPARTMENT, Design Intern                                                           12/2020-03/2021 China

Researched and identified the present trend to the form of mooed boards; Assisted the design; Coordinated and executed the events.

• Played a pivotal role in designing visually captivating events for esteemed luxury brands such as BVLGARI, MICHAEL KORS, PIAGET, and PERRIER JOUET. This involved creating compelling visual elements, including KT boards and 2D visual renderings, to enhance the overall aesthetics and brand representation.
• Coordinated and executed the event logistics for the ASICS SS2020 show, including thorough evaluation of the Shanghai 2B Art Gallery as a potential venue. Collaborated with the senior designer to meticulously develop and present renderings and design theme proposals.

HWCD, Harmony Art, CURATE DEPARTMENT, Curator Assistant                                                                   06/2020-12/2020 China                                                   

Followed contracted artist’s schedule; entered work details; Facilitated information sharing; Followed up on actions as required; Enhanced the content scenes of the gallery series.

• Accompany contracted artists to participate in news interviews and am responsible for organizing the artists' works and documenting the interview transcripts.
• Strategically enhanced the content scenes of the gallery series, introducing innovative concepts for diverse spatial design styles to be incorporated into the gallery's extended establishments such as restaurants, bars, and bookstores. Notably, my dessert proposal, featuring a unique fusion of painting and culinary artistry.
• Additionally, actively participated in the renowned Shanghai Sinan Art Night, an esteemed cultural event supported by the government. Meticulously facilitated the development of these projects through comprehensive on-site research and meticulous tracking of sculpture installations.

• Goldsmiths, University of London                                                                                                                                       London UK

    MA Photography: The Image & Electronic Art                                                                            2022-present

• The Glasgow School of Art                                                                                                                                                  Glasgow UK

BA (hons)Fine Art: Sculpture & Environmental Art                                                                             2016-2020