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Document Type
Interview
Publication Date
4-23-2024
Keywords
cultural mapping, Chinese culture, arts advocacy
Abstract
This interview with Michelle Zhang, Chinese and multicultural arts advocate and founder of Society of Heart’s Delight, was conducted by Jan English-Lueck as part of the Mosaic Atlas project. Michelle Zhang is an arts advocate who supports other artists and promotes cultural diversity. Her organization aims to introduce diverse cultures to the Chinese community in Silicon Valley. Zhang organizes events and programs to connect Chinese artists with the wider community and works with various cultural organizations such as San Jose Jazz and the San Jose Museum of Art. Zhang's organization promotes traditional and contemporary Chinese arts. The organization also supports social issues, such as LGBTQ rights. She is passionate about fostering mutual understanding and friendship through the arts and believes that food and art are powerful tools for bringing people together. As part of the Mosaic Atlas project, Mosaic Staff and Volunteers, SJSU students and faculty from the Anthropology and Film, Theater, and Dance Departments interviewed people who support and produce art throughout the Bay Area.
Recommended Citation
Michelle Zhang and Jan English-Lueck. "Mosaic Atlas: Interview with Michelle Zhang" Mosaic Atlas Interviews (2024).
Transcript
Network
Santa Clara County
Participant Website
https://yuyuanshe.com/
Address
Santa Clara County
Neighborhood
Santa Clara County
