Nini (Amanda) Chen

Entertainment Design student Nini (Amanda) Chen calls her work “a testament to the invaluable assistance” she has received through support from the Allen, Matkins, Leck, Gamble, Mallory & Natsis Endowed Scholarship.

Each piece of art I create stands as a testament to the invaluable assistance I have received. Without scholarship support, taking advantage of opportunities and accessing additional educational resources and materials wouldn’t have been feasible. My community background and identity as a first-generation immigrant have fostered in me a sense of curiosity and openness, enabling me to see the world as a canvas brimming with diverse colors and narratives waiting to be explored. As an artist, I aim to celebrate this diversity, infusing my work with a fusion of cultures, and honoring the past while envisioning a bold, innovative future.