I have always been fascinated by the microscopic world of life. The tiny and intricate cells and molecules form the foundation of life, sustaining normal biological functions through complex networks of interactions. They serve as the wellspring of my artistic exploration, sparking contemplation on health, disease, and the essence of life. My artworks present these microscopic worlds (cells and molecules) using traditional Chinese craftsmanship, including traditional clothing, embroidery, and ornate buttons. Throughout the creative process, I delve deep into the analysis of cellular/molecular forms, structures, physiological functions, and pathological conditions. Exploring suitable materials, I utilize diverse colors and textures to portray the microscopic structures, forms, and functions of cells and molecules. For me, each creative endeavor is a quest for a delicate balance between precise science and artistic expression . I hope the audience can catch a glimpse of the wonders of life through this microscopic perspective and at the same time get introduced to traditional Chinese art.
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Immune Sentinels：Dendritic cell (2017) 9cm x 12cm; materials: cloth﹑cotton﹑copper﹑agate﹑pearl. ©Xiaomei Jiang
The beginning of the life：fertilisation (2017) 7.5cm x 9cm; materials: cloth﹑cotton﹑copper﹑agate﹑pearl. ©Xiaomei Jiang
Mucosal Protector: IgA molecule (2023) 9cm x 12cm; materials: cloth﹑cotton﹑copper﹑beads. ©Xiaomei Jiang
Antibody with floral scrolls (2018) 6.5cm x 7.5cm; materials: cloth﹑cotton﹑copper. ©Xiaomei Jiang
Scottish flowers on DNA (2017) 40 cm x 40cm; embroidery; materials: silk. ©Xiaomei Jiang
Xiaomei Jiang
BIO
Xiaomei Jiang was born in 1983. She studied immunology at the West China Center of Medical Sciences of Sichuan University and obtained a PhD degree in 2013. Following her studies, she taught immunology at a medical college in Chengdu, China, before moving to Germany, where she started working as a visiting scholar at Friedrich-Alexander University in Nuremberg.
From 2016 to 2018, she transitioned from teaching and research to a career in fashion design. Xiaomei began designing traditional Chinese dresses called Qipao, with some designs featuring explicit medical concepts, patterns, and elements. Her aim was to help medical researchers express the beauty of medicine through their attire. Her clientele included individuals from China, Scotland, Australia, South Korea, among others.
Since 2018, she has worked as a biology teacher at a private institution, focusing on the microscopic world of life. Xiaomei aims to create molecular elements and cells using Chinese traditional handicraft forms to showcase the beauty of life. Overall, her work combines bio-art with Chinese traditional art forms.
