Today we’d like to introduce you to Susie Luo
Hi susie, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
When I was young, my parents were busy with their business, leaving me with plenty of time to immerse myself in drawing. Painting not only became an integral part of my life but also enriched my inner world, making my childhood far from monotonous. Whenever I picked up a brush and focused on creating, I would enter a state of flow—a calm and peaceful feeling that I thoroughly enjoyed. This all stemmed from my pure interest in art.
Later, driven by my passion for art, I chose to study at the most prestigious art academies in both China and the United States. During this journey, I gained systematic and professional knowledge, met inspiring mentors, and formed close bonds with like-minded peers who shared my artistic aspirations. Reflecting on nearly two decades of persistence, I realize that my dedication has been fueled not only by my deep passion for art but also by the unwavering support of my parents, as well as the care and guidance of my teachers and friends. Their presence has given me the confidence and strength to forge ahead on my artistic journey.
Alright, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
Overall, my journey in the arts has been relatively smooth, but it’s impossible to avoid encountering various minor challenges along the way. For instance, during the early stages, I struggled with unfamiliarity—whether it was with tools, techniques, or understanding new concepts. While these issues may seem small, overcoming them required significant time and effort.
One of the most profound challenges I faced was the feeling of being lost. As a career that relies heavily on self-motivation, art can sometimes leave you with a sense of aimlessness. There were times when I felt consumed by emptiness, doubting my abilities, especially when external recognition was lacking. At other times, I would feel deeply frustrated when a seemingly novel idea I was excited about turned out to have already been explored by others. I also grappled with the fear that my work might lack value or meaning. These moments of self-doubt and uncertainty were both disheartening and unsettling.
However, I’ve come to realize that these challenges are part of an inner journey of growth. They have taught me how to navigate my emotions and seek answers from within. By steadily tackling problems one step at a time, I began to see progress and things started to fall into place. These experiences not only strengthened my resolve to pursue art but also helped me develop a greater sense of peace with myself. It’s through these struggles that I’ve grown, both as an artist and as a person.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I am a multimedia artist. I am currently exploring soft sculpture installations primarily using pantyhose material. My childhood experiences of multiple surgeries and seven years of training in traditional Chinese dance have made me deeply interested in the body itself – its natural, soft, fragile yet resilient qualities. In shaping my artwork, I pay attention to the rhythm and cadence within its aesthetics. At times, I feel as though my artwork becomes an extension of my body, offering me multidimensional interaction with space.
My primary focus centers around feminism and class control. Pantyhose is my main artistic materials. Pantyhose, with their soft, fragile, hazy, and beautiful qualities, easily create illusions, representing women as a second skin, whether their own or shed. I manipulate stockings by stretching, cutting, or knotting them, then pinning them to create beautiful scars. I find the soft material remaining still under immense pressure to be beautiful, and this intense sense of tearing attracts me.
In my artwork, I use pantyhose and nails to reshape these beautiful scars. Different people will have different interpretations, which is why I choose abstract forms. Each person’s experience is unique. Through fragmented stockings bearing scars, I reconstruct a world, treating it as a brush to mold a world anew. Its shape is sharp, appearing fluid, full of rhythm and melody. It is an abstract world brimming with emotion.
We’d be interested to hear your thoughts on luck and what role, if any, you feel it’s played for you?
I believe that luck is an integral part of any outcome, but it is also the part that we cannot control. The only way to increase the likelihood of good fortune is through consistent effort, continuous creation, and self-improvement. Luck is the intersection of effort and opportunity, and it only truly manifests its value when supported by talent, perseverance, and a solid foundation of hard work. While luck may seem unpredictable, we can prepare ourselves to seize it when it arrives.
In my creative journey, whenever good fortune comes my way, I embrace it with gratitude. Whether it manifests through people, opportunities, or circumstances, I see it as a precious gift. I unwrap it with a sense of wonder and appreciation, knowing that these moments are not guaranteed but are blessings to be cherished. I let gratitude guide me, using this good fortune as fuel to propel my creative process forward.
When misfortune arrives, I choose to respond differently. Rather than resisting or lamenting it, I take it as an opportunity to grow. Misfortune, in its own way, is a teacher—a chance to test my resilience and refine my craft. During these times, I retreat into a state of quiet focus, working silently and steadily to build myself up. This period of introspection and dedication becomes a fertile ground for personal growth and creative breakthroughs.
Good luck and bad luck are both inevitable parts of life, but how we respond to them shapes who we are. For me, good luck is a gift to be celebrated, while bad luck is a challenge to be embraced. In either case, I remain committed to my path, knowing that consistent effort, gratitude, and perseverance will ultimately lead me to where I want to be.
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