My Dragon Gate Scratchboard artwork is based on the popular Chinese story of the Koi fish jumping over the Dragon Gate. It represents a legend that symbolizes perseverance, transformation, and achieving great success through hard work. According to the legend, koi fish swim upstream in the Yellow River, facing many obstacles and powerful currents. If a koi is strong and determined enough to swim upstream and leap over the Dragon Gate at the top of a waterfall, it transforms into a powerful dragon.
This tale is often used as a metaphor for personal growth, overcoming difficulties, and reaching one’s full potential. It’s frequently referenced in Chinese culture and art, representing ambition and the idea that great reward comes from great effort.
My last name is Yu, which is the same pronunciation as fish in Chinese, and Koi is my spirit animal. I always feel that I’m one of the billion koi putting all my effort into making it to the Dragon Gate. Even the chance to become the powerful dragon is weird; I won’t have any regrets if I try with all my strange. Although I’m still facing difficulties in my life, I believe it is just the progress to prove myself to be better. You may be the supporter who gives me more strange, and I always pray for all those awesome people who give me a hand. Any type of support is greatly appreciated! May you try your best and have an amazing life!

This piece of Artwork is currently on display and available for purchase at Brighton City Hall Eye 2024 Summer Showcase for Arts program, which runs from July 21st to October 15th, 2024. Prints are available for purchase. Please email graceyu.artstudio@gmail.com for more info. The product will be uploaded for purchase soon. Thanks for your support, and have a great year!

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