Yi-Ping emigrated to America in 1979 and settled in Hawaii. She soon found success as a fashion 
illustrator for clients such as J.C. Pennys and other major fashion retailers. Although Yi-Ping's 
illustrations were well received, she yearned to fulfill her lifelong dream to explore her talent as a 
fine artist. In 1996, Yi-Ping finally felt the time was ripe so she immersed herself in producing a 
succession of creative  acrylic paintings.   In this new 'Angels' series, Yi-Ping's academy foundation 
manifests itself unmistakably. But the traditional  impasto strokes have evolved into a more modern style. 
The surface treatment is much smoother and cleaner. Detailing is consistent throughout the composition. 
Shadow areas are bestowed the same attention as those in the  mid-tone  and highlights. The muted earth 
tone colors associated with more traditional styles are supplanted by vibrant colors expressive of today's 
fashions. The result is her signature style–an original technique that renders her pieces outstanding. 
One may, at first mistake Yi-Ping's paintings as being photo realistic. However, upon closer observation, 
one realizes that her art has much more to offer. Although Yi-Ping uses photos for reference, she never 
relies on it as a substitute for reality as she draws from her years of experience at painting from life. 
Her art comes alive with this unique style of realism. Underneath the surface beauty of Yi-Ping’s 
paintings lie more profound sensibilities. 

Yi-Ping's  technical skill at controlling line and color is unsurpassed. Each of her paintings 
showcases her solid art technique. She crafts each with the precision and meticulousness of a 
diamond cutter. A Yi-Ping ‘diamond’ reveals the multi-planar physical topography of her figures. 
Soft and sharp edges, as well as color tone and shade are expertly modified to create dimensional 
solids and planes. Her mastery over the interplay of light, reflected light, core and cast shadow 
allow her paintings to breathe with life and substance. Yi-Ping's thorough knowledge of anatomy is 
clearly evident in her figures. Each of her paintings exhibits her mastery of all these technical areas. 
Ever seeking perfection, Yi-Ping continues to paint on a daily basis and is totally committing herself 
to refining her art. She believes that one never stops learning, that life continually offers new 
discoveries and challenges. Yi-ping's art is a reflection of her inner being. If you want to know her, 
one need only look at her art. They plumbthe depth of her being and its beauty touches one. 
The viewer is enriched from the experience.