Miao Ying: We are Experiencing “Non- technical” Difficulties

Volume 22, March 2025
by Julie Chun


Article Description

Julie Chun's article features on the work of Miao Ying, an artist experienced in navigating the complexities of the Chinese internet, who splits her time between New York and Shanghai. This duality enhances her artistic perspective, allowing her to recognize both what she has and what is lost. Miao Ying works within the liminal space of the virtual world, particularly within China’s Great Firewall internet, or "Chinternet," using her smartphone as an artistic tool. Her digitally-driven practice parallels the evolution of internet culture in China, maintaining an ongoing dialogue with the rapidly changing digital landscape.


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Julie Chun, Miao Ying, new media, Chinternet, smartphone