West Secret Society

Organizer

2022-Present

The artist started organizing the West Secret Society critique session in 2022 focusing on creating a safe and valid critique space for Mandarin-speaking artists/art students from Mainland China, HK, Taiwan, etc. It avoids a Eurocentric context and unfamiliar/unexplained references in the school-organized critique. It also facilitates discussions with people who share similar cultural backgrounds and knowledge. Lastly, it helps students with less experience in speaking English structure their thoughts and practice and can communicate better in an English setting.  

The West Secret Society brings attention to the issues faced by underrepresented groups in society. Through our work, we shed light on the experiences of those who are often marginalized and overlooked. By centring the voices of these groups, the West Secret Society provides a space for discussion and dialogue that challenges the status quo. 

WSS hosts regular critiques, joint critiques, field trips, and screenings. After receiving the Slade EDI Grant in 2023 and 2024, West Secret Society has expanded its activities to include a visiting artist program, inviting London-based Chinese artists, and organizing group exhibitions.

*All activities are archived on Instagram: @wss_westsecretsociety