Perla Mei art portfolio 2022-2023
welcome to my art portfolio
from interior design to fine arts
I always remember that art was my biggest passion from a young age. Before primary school, I was particularly interested in playing with coloured pencils and crayons and even won some national children awards. I started learning oil painting at 14 years old and I always believed in the power of beautiful arts to transform daily life. After arriving in Canada, I discovered the beauty of wilderness and the diverse species of wildlife, and quickly fell in love with nature. Years later, I went to study marketing and followed a creative path to interior design school.
While I worked in interior design, I used lighting, layouts, textures, colors, and artworks to create a beautiful and cozy home. There is a popular concept in Chinese culture called “Feng Shui” which is all about home decoration to bring in good luck and positive energy. Everything artistic can significantly affect our mood and promotes creativity, happiness, and peace.
2020
In February 2020, I was devastated when I read about the Australian wildfire destroying the homes of koalas and other animals. I painted a picture of koala mom and baby, hoping this cute painting could convince someone to buy to raise money for the koalas. Within a week, it was purchased by a generous donor. Since then, I picked up my paint brush again and started creating after many years of working in the corporate world.
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before I met you, I was a wildflower
20”W x 24” H november 2022 oil on canvas
beautiful, free, young, and independent. during our rebellious teenage years, we could all be compared to that of a bravely growing wildflower in a world plagued by conformity.
daydreaming about you
20”W x 24” H december 2022 oil and acrylic on canvas
a reminder of hope and optimism, this innocent peony (the little girl is us) looks up to the sun and wishes for a happy future filled with love.
forever blooming
16”W x 20” H february 2023 oil on canvas
a fresh and soft floral note of blooming coral peony fills the air when nature is beginning to come alive yet again.
dancing peony
19.75” diameter april 2023 oil on canvas
life is like a flower! we start off like a bud and years pass by, we grow into a stunning flower. then we wilt and die. with a little tender love and care, we will bloom for what seems like forever.
life of a beautiful woman
22”W x 28” H november 2022 oil on canvas
the five life stages of a woman are childhood, adolescence, young adulthood, middle adulthood, and old age. every flower represents a life stage of a woman and is a reminder that we are beautiful at any age.
morning flower festival
20”W x 24” H december 2022 oil on canvas
the morning after a storm, the delightful dance of hummingbirds around nectar-rich magnolia flowers.
botanicals
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hua hua holding a flower basket
14”W x 14” H
august 2023 oil on canvas
hua hua in flower field
14”W x 14” H
august 2023 oil on canvas
lun hui in a baby carriage
14”W x 14” H
august 2023 oil on canvas
april’s cherry blossom
11”W x 14” H
april 2023 oil on canvas
cherry blossom at sunset
11”W x 14” H
april 2023 oil on canvas
capturing the hearts of millions of fans all over the world, pandas live in lush bamboo forests with breathtaking mountain scenery.
cardinal loves to contemplate the beauty of spring during cherry blossom season in washington dc.
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springtime
14”W x 18” H
january 2023 oil on canvas
4 seasons
i’m the one
11”W x 14” H
february 2023 oil on canvas
a symbol of true love, monogamy and loyalty in marriage since swans mate for life. the one and only one.
happy land of paradise
14”W x 14” H
september 2023 oil on canvas
guinea pigs’ adventure to discover fresh yummy strawberries.
nature’s magicians
14”W x 14” H
august 2023 oil on canvas
as the coming of spring promises new life, the blooming of cherry blossoms brings a sense of vitality and vibrancy. at the same time, their short lifespan is a reminder that life is fleeting.
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good morning autumn
36”W x 24” H
november 2022
oil on canvas
the time of the year in rural quebec where canada geese say their goodbyes and leave for the warmer temperatures. highland cows lying lazily on the grass on a warm fall day. in the background, the farmers prepare hearty pumpkin soup in the kitchen; the aroma from the soup pot escapes from the chimney.
colors of winter
12”W x 16” H
february 2023
oil on canvas
the contrast of blue frozen snowy lake and the warm golden sunset. i love the beauty of snow falling and when it is in pristine condition on the ground.
winter wonderland
12”W x 16” H
january 2023
oil on canvas
swan family in a winter wonderland.
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african safari
40”W x 30” H 2020 oil on canvas
admired for their strength, beauty, and intelligence, these majestic animals are the gardeners of the forest and savannas.
a happy childhood memory with my mom and little brother
30”W x 40” H august 2022 oil on canvas
after a long cold winter near the sub-arctic coast of hudson bay, polar mom and her cubs emerge from her birthing den and enjoy a happy family afternoon playing in the newly bloomed fireweed fields in april.
wake up, it’s spring
12”W x 9” H
february 2023 oil on canvas
as spring arrives, wildflowers blossom again, and it brings light and colors to the natural world after the cold of the winter.
travels
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neverending love in greece
16”W x 20” H
march 2023
oil on canvas
summertime in greece
16”W x 20” H
march 2023 oil on canvas
a happy autumn day in alexandria
28”W x 22” H
november 2022 oil on canvas
the arrival of autumn transforms the beautiful city into a warm color palette.
a romantic christmas in nyc
16”W x 20” H
december 2022 oil on canvas
the cotton candy colors of Greece during summertime. the beauty of this charming country needs no filter.
the iconic christmas tree shot proposal at the rockefeller center ice rink during the most festive season.
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the garden you took me on our first date
40”W x 30” H
october 2022 oil on canvas
dreamy chinese garden
40”W x 30” H
october 2022 oil on canvas
wander through the scenic lotus garden on the perfect first date. a secret dreamy Chinese garden from a fairytale.
fantasy peony
14”W x 14” H
august 2023 oil on canvas
fantasy colors of mystic peony.
nature
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playing in the sunflower field
20”W x 14” H
september 2023
oil on canvas
our dream vacation together
12”W x 16” H
january 2023
oil on canvas
sparkling golden sandy scenery and crystal-clear turquoise waters. a portrayal of paradise island for beach vacation.
east coast road trip
12”W x 16” H
february 2023
oil on canvas
evoking memories of endless summer days by the ocean cliff, salty air and sun kissed skin.
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panda xiaoya playing in the sunflower field
new dawn, new day
12”W x 16” H
march 2023 oil on canvas
the sun appears on the horizon in the morning and the blue sky of bright white fluffy clouds make a lot of us feel cheery and energetic.
golden
12”W x 16” H
march 2023 oil on canvas
each sunset you see, you will never see again! relish the now, and look forward to tomorrow… the sun on this day took a million-mile journey, just to warm your face, and left with a glorious exclamation until tomorrow!
will you love me forever?
14”W x 11” H
february 2023 oil on canvas
every animal deserves unconditional love from us. happy valentine’s day!
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a dreamy world
48”W x 36” H
november 2022
oil on canvas
a dreamy surreal world where pain does not exist, whale mother and her baby swim freely and live happily together. away from the harms of humans, pollution, and illegal whaling.
winter magic
14”W x 18” H
aanuary 2023
oil on canvas
the magic ice castle, the frozen lake, a nd snow angels if dreams were real.
fantasy
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storytime with my friends
22”W x 30” H
december 2022 oil on canvas
the precious friendship and bond with wild animals when they perceive kindness and trust in you is gold.
portrait
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