YANG Zong-Jia

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Born in Taiwan in 1992, Yang Zong-Jia graduated from the Department of Material Arts and Design and the Graduate Institute of Applied Arts at Tainan National University of the Arts. Working primarily with ceramics, often in combination with fiber and assemblage, his practice has been widely exhibited in Taiwan and internationally. Yang has received major honors including the Gold Medal in Sculpture at the 9th National Art Exhibition, First Prize at the 6th Tainan New Art Award, and First Prize at the 3rd Taiwan Youth Ceramic Award. His works are held in the collections of institutions such as the Herng Ching Cultural and Educational Foundation, Chia-Yang Foundation, University of Arkansas, Shanghai Arts & Crafts Vocational College, Flower City Arts Center, and the Global Strategic Investment Fund.