About me
Born in Hong Kong, Vincent studied at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and graduated with a BA in Applied and Media Arts/HD in Multimedia Design and Technology. His career began primarily in visual merchandising where he spent a number of years at IKEA, Sony, and Swarovski applying visual concepts to various roles.
This commercial focus stressed the dynamics between art and design and ultimately led Vincent to explore additional concepts and techniques at the University of the Arts London where he is currently pursuing an MA in Visual Arts (Designer Maker). Upon graduation, he hopes to apply these creative techniques in a design oriented career path.
Some of his more recent works concentrate on raising the awareness of animal extinction. A wooden sculpture titled "Exist or Extint" won the student art event hosted by Artcube in April 2014. A series of wooden shelving units representing endangered species was showcased at the Milan Furniture Fair in 2014. He is currently developing the extinction motif further by applying different concepts to various materials in order to imprint his unique expression on this theme.
Projects
- SURVIVORSThe project aims to raise awareness of endangered animals through informing audiences of deforestation stemming from the large usage of palm oil (e.g. lipstick, shampoo, chocolate). As a result of this deforestation, various animals including the Sumatran Tiger, Sumatran Rhino, Orangutan and Asian Elephant have seen their natural habitat erode and food sources dwindle. The sculptures’ concept is to draw attention to daily products’ ingredients, inducing people to alter their consumption habits. The sculptures were crafted and casted using the same materials that make up lip balm and lipstick sans palm oil.
Work history
Project Manager
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Oversaw entire aspect of business operations including establishing and maintaining client relationships, developing display and decoration projects, and billing. Clients include Swarovski and Ferrero.
Senior Project Executive
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Coordinated various events, exhibitions and store display projects with well established brands including Sony and Adidas.
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Skills
- Events
- Visual Arts
- Print Design
- Design
- Environment
- Illustrator
- Photoshop
- Powerpoint
Education
Visual Arts (designer Maker
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To set a proposal of any discipline that require handcraft and making skill. Research and execute the proposed topic.
Applied AND Media Arts
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Awards
ARTCUBE COMPETITION CHAMPION
Chosen from among over 200 entries from London art students, the sculpture based on a Rhino won the Artcube competition. This 3 day competition challenged participants by focusing on a black, grey and white color scheme.