I moved to New York City over a decade ago. Since then, I’ve been sharing my love upcycling for cardboard art. I do this through workshops that bring together children, parents, and educators. Looking back at these photos from 2017, I’m reminded of how quickly time passes. Seasons change. Children grow. My art continues to evolve. As Very Fina Art approaches its 25th anniversary, I’m celebrating my journey of craftsmanship and creativity 😊. I hope my business connects with you soon!
Not many people know I studied photography at the university. Back in the day, it was the darkroom where I hung out a lot. It was the darkness and tranquility that trained my senses to see. I see with my nose, my ears, and my hands. In my photography, there are a lot of portraits and close-ups, and textures. After school, I worked as a layout designer in a “photoshop”. We worked with the local companies, especially in the tourist industry. I remember working with KFC.
My journey as an artist is deeply connected to photography and design. Come check out “my”design series.
Exhibition: Take it to the Board
Location: 812 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10065.
Fina’s journey as an artist and environmental advocate traces back to her upbringing in Hong Kong and her later experiences on the Pacific Island of Guam. Surrounded by the wonders of nature yet confronted with the stark realities of environmental challenges – super typhoons, freshwater crises, and coral bleaching – all pressing issues that inspired her to channel her creativity towards a greater purpose. In her captivating artworks, Fina seamlessly intertwines her artistic vision with her commitment to sustainability. Each piece tells a story of reverence for the Earth and serves as a testament to the transformative power of recycled materials.
P.S. All artworks are available for sale, offering a chance to bring a piece of Fina’s transformative vision into your home while supporting her mission of creating art and reducing waste.
Art Pin Unique Gift for the Holiday Season
The holiday season is here. Are you looking for a unique gift? Consider purchasing my artwork created with recycled cardboard paper. Support my creative journey of reusing materials and the cause of keeping the world beautiful.
My art is inspired by the urban life and urban landscape in NYC. I love to express my emotional relationship with the city, such as public transportation. Looking for something about ❤️ NYC? Check out the wearable Art Pin. They are your art collection and fashion accessory.
Hello my friends,
Join me for the exciting summertime in July. I am exhibiting my art in galleries this month. So excited to share my latest paintings on cardboard at Van Der Plas Gallery and Jamaica Center for the Arts and Learning. You can also visit my fabric sculpture installation at The Clemente Center. There is more information on the list below. Hope to see you!!!
“Fluidity”
Van Der Plas Gallery
Date: July 21-30, 2023
Reception: July 21, 2023, 6-8 pm
Location: 156 Orchard St, NY, NY 10002
“Free Your Mind”
Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning,
Date: July 8- Sept 1, 2023
Location: 61-4 Jamaica Ave, Jamaica, NY 11432
“Public Spaces Open Studios, site-specific installations”
The Clemente Center
Date: May 20-July 31, 2023
Location: 107 Suffolk St, NY, NY 10002
“Annual Creative Show”
Ehsas Feeling Outdoor Gallery
July 31, 2023, 1-6 pm
Location: Garibaldi Plaza, Washington Square Park, NYC
Exhibition Urban Harmony in Spring.
Location: Fulton Center subway station, 200 Broadway, NYC.
Salute to the good part 🥹. I finished another creative journey at Fulton Center in the last four months. I am so grateful for the opportunity to have space and time to create new artwork for sustainable art . The work is inspired by the urban location of lower Manhattan and the harmony in spring. The art exhibition Urban Harmony in Spring is exhibiting inside the subway station at Fulton Center. After this artist-in-residence, a new chapter is waiting for me. No need to wait too long to see my next project pop up! Thank you for supporting my journey of creating art to fight climate change ❤️.
Follow my journey of creating art with recycled materials to fight climate change.
The art exhibition Resiliency is on view at The Fulton Center. I am honored to be part of the show and to share my art and story. My artwork often captures the feelings of chaos and harmony, a sense of belonging and isolation when living in a city. Just few days before the exhibition open, we experienced flooding in NYC. I am still in shock because my studio is affected by the sudden flooding. I feel the theme of the exhibition, Resiliency, is speaking to me right now!! So, I will put my painting on hold for few weeks when dealing with the aftermath. However, I won’t be defeated. I Will resume my work very soon. In the meantime, come see my cardboard paintings at The Fulton Center!
Art on the Ave Exhibition at The Fulton Center.
Dates: Sept 7 – Nov 28, 2021.
Location: The Fulton Center, 200 Broadway, New York, NY 10038.
Sustainable eco handmade soft sculpture made with organic cotton canvas and natural cotton fill.
I love drawing nature because it makes me feel close to the universe. I sketched the floral drawing with non-toxic ink on the organic cotton canvas. The organic cotton comes from non-genetically modified plants that are grown without the use of synthetic chemicals, therefore reduce environmental impact. This original eco handmade soft sculpture also filled with natural cotton. Give your home a freshness of nature with this eco-art.
Check it out at Very Fina Art TheShop.
Let’s celebrate the beginning of 2020 with a group of Queens artists on Feb 28th! A juried exhibition showcase working artists from Queens. My cardboard artwork “Hidden Faces” will be traveling to Flushing Town Hall to meet the community. This artwork is a 4-panel piece but it is displayed as 3-panel for this exhibition.
Come join us and share
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On View: Feb 28th – March 29th, 2020.
Opening Reception: Friday, Feb 28th, 6-
Gallery Dates: Sat & Sun, 12-
Location: Flushing Town Hall, 137-35 Northern Blvd, Flushing, NY 11354.
Organic Cotton Canvas Mini Art Bag #2
$145.00
Mini Handbag Sunshine Royale #1
$155.00
