Artists make the best Dazzlers of the Day, thanks to their largely compassionate view of humanity, and a desire to share the human experience with the world. Vincent Chong is no exception, hence this Dazzler of the Day honor, and they have turned their life into one magnificent and expansive work of art. Check out Vincent’s website here, and the long list of work, exhibits, and artistic magic they have created over the years – it’s absolutely enthralling.
“I’m Vincent Ge-Ming Lia Chong aka Crystal Monkey. I am a Queer mixed-race Chinese-American artist, Chinese calligrapher, seal engraver, and performance artist. I am based in Brooklyn, New York. I am a student of Taipei-based calligrapher Wu Wensheng. My work explores the intersection of my experience as a contemporary Queer person with traditional art practice. I make paintings of members of my Queer and Trans chosen family and create performances combining the traditional practice of live calligraphy performance with Queer nightlife, drag, gogoboy, and gymnastics.”
