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I, Tianxiang Luo was born and raised in Guangzhou, China. An environment where I was surrounded with inspirational and creative people that have guided me to the path I have taken of doing Innovation and Brand Management. When I was still in China I had decided to go to Macau where I studied Product Design for my BA.

I can remember spending a significant part of my childhood just drawing and being inspired to create and design things. My father, who is an architect, always allowed me to accompany him when he was invited to various architectural exhibitions and design conferences. Weaving through these beneficial aesthetic adventures, I realised that I would like to have the opportunity to fully and freely explore my ideas. Constant exposure to visual design works has captivated my effective imagination and stretched my artistic creativity.

Much of my interest in design also lies in other people’s interpretations of them. In college, I take great delight in exchanging design ideas and drawing wisdom from intense discussions with my peers. For this reason, I am excited about the prospect of working through the more advanced program with motivated and creative students from all over the world at an international context. This would allow me to see how their interpretations differ from my own benefiting me as I gain an insight from comparing artworks. Apart from seeking mutual development through making friends, my main interests lie in design management. To gain theoretical knowledge, I attended a general study programme of design management, selective readings in world literature, arts appreciation and innovative products managing.

Renowned history scholar in England, Dr Toynbee, argued that exquisite fineries of the rich Chinese heritage would improve life in the 21st century. Although relatively few people knew anything about Chinese society two decades ago, it is possible to see Chinese cultural commodities around the globe today. Numerous aspects of culture in China have been introduced worldwide, such as uniforms, Mandarin, Chinese art, and film.

Alterations in fashions and perceptions in public consciousness prepare for the entrance of a new breed of designers in China. These individuals capitalise on the increasing demand for goods and services that originate in China. Rutson explains that the romantic modern creations of Ms Minn that one can find at Lane Crawford, along with the extravagant Chictopia prints and the minimal Helen Lee works, “are not copyists or derivative”.

I want to create a platform where different pieces of artwork relating to Chinese culture can be exhibited, advertised, and sold during the time period that I have studying in UCA. As a result, these events that may take place will increase awareness to different audiences about the Chinese culture whilst preparing a solid ground for my career.

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