Unlike many local or English-speaking students who could easily provide context of their cultural backgrounds from a Western perspective, non-English speakers tend to introduce themselves based on their nationality. As a Chinese student studying in the United States, I've noticed other Chinese students most likely only identify themselves as Chinese without mentioning cultural backgrounds such as their home cities or languages.

Besides, since the COVID-19 pandemic outbreak, the Asian community in the United State has been inundated by a wave of racist attacks. As an Asian artist and student, I feel obligated to reveal and convey the beautiful stories within the Asian International student community. This project features portraits of Chinese-speaking students and immigrants, and their stories about their homes.