June 1, 2008, 12 Jiujiang University art students, under my direction and with the assistance of “Evie” Zhang Chunzi, my translator and colleague, presented their performance art piece, Cocoon. Throughout life we deal with change and transition, adapting to it or creating it. Exploring the questions, “Where will I go after I graduate?” “What kind of job will I have?” “Who will I become?” the students wove a compelling visual narrative using fiber, sewing, movement, text and sound. 

This project was sponsored in part by Jiujiang University and Columbia College Chicago. More pictures will be on my Web Site soon. It was truly an amazing experience to work with these dedicated, creative and enthusiastic students.

Mr. Gong, the Dean of the Art School is in the back row. Evie is also in the back row on the end and the guy in the suit is Jesse.