Why "Starry Dreams"
I believe everyone is the star of her life story and has unique visions and dreams. My art studio is a way to share my passion, skills and knowledge, and also to support others to learn art and create from the Heart. I hope my art will inspire Light, and together we can bring our beautiful visions forward and make our starry dreams come true.
My Story
Hi, my name is Qinghong Wei, the artist at the Starry Dreams Studio. Here I share my love for watercolor with the world.
Why watercolor? Well, born into an ancient family in China of rich art and culture heritage, I was immersed in the Chinese classical art and philosophy at an early age. As a young girl, my favorite time was to pull out the set of Chinese brush and ink and paint on the delicate yet resilient rice paper. I adored painting the Chinese style watercolor. It was my actually the most peaceful experience in my childhood.
After receiving my bachelor's degree in architecture from Tsinghua University, China, I came to America and attended the acclaimed College of Design, Art, Architecture and Planning at University of Cincinnati. One thing led to another, before I knew it, I had so much training and experience in art, design, dance, and theater, and eventually conducted my doctoral research on how arts transform people and communities. I have had the privilege to work closely with some of the best artists in the world and thousands of people in diverse communities.
In the whirlwind of rich experience in arts, watercolor re-entered my life in a quiet way. But this time around, I was soon fascinated by how much it resembles... Life! I am learning that with watercolor, it's not about control; it's about flow. Just like Life.
Watercolor has since become my practice for peaceful and joyful living. Through ups and downs, darkness and light, watercolor has been an instrument that calms, heals, and guides. I am passionate more than ever to share this art of flow with the world.
If you want to dive in deeper in my story, please read "The Inner Artist Journey."
Listen to my interview "Starry Dreams Unleashed: The Magical World of Qinghong Wei", a podcast hosted by Australian artist Sanchia Marshall.
Social Responsibility
From my personal experience and my doctoral research, I understand how art can empower and transform a person and a community. So I have been dedicated to grassroots art education for decades.
When you purchase my art or take my classes, you will help support buying art supplies to our local kids and offering free or low cost art programs in our community.