Yiwen Zhang is a Chinese photographer, filmmaker and curator based in London. Born in 2000 and raised in a small town in China, her early environment fostered a deep curiosity about the world. While she initially pursued a degree in Law, relocating to London marked a turning point, leading her into the transformative realm of art.
At Kingston University, Yiwen refined her artistic vision, immersing herself in diverse experimental projects that shaped her creative identity. Her short film, Flower, became a defining moment, earning recognition in the “Eat Our Shorts” program at the British Film Institute (BFI) and Ealing Film Festival. This reflects her growing engagement with visual storytelling.
Branching into photography, Yiwen continues to explore narratives through her unique lens. With a sharp eye for detail and an evolving body of work, she is establishing herself as a compelling voice in contemporary visual arts, focusing on portraits and editorial shooting.
09/2018-06/2022
Bachelor’s Degree, Law+English Wuhan Institute of Technology
09/2022-09/2023
Master’s Degree, Filmmaking Kingston University London
Ealing Film Festival 2024 Film Flower(Director/Editor) Selected
17.23.magazine 2024.06 Edition Selected
Paxos Biennale 2024 “MANIFESTO OF MEMORY” Artist Selected
“Eat Our Shorts” BFI 2023 Film Flower(Director/Editor) Best Film Third Place
International Conference ICLACE 2021 Essay Selected
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