Hushed Noise’s 10
Hushed Noise’s 10 is a curated interview series where we ask emerging artists the same 10 essential questions—offering a glimpse into their creative process, inspirations, and personal journey. Through these shared yet uniquely personal responses, we uncover the voices shaping the future of art.
Unfiltered, Unheard, Unfolding.
HN10 with Zhouzhengjie Yu
With music rooted in daily emotion and spontaneous creation, Zhouzhengjie Yu explores love, identity, and Gen Z chaos through sound. In this interview, he shares how music became his lifelong language.
HN10 with Polo Farrera
Emerging from theory, grief, and Latin American surrealism, Leopoldo Farrera turns memory and violence into haunting visual narratives. In this interview, he discusses his process, influences, and the urgency behind his work.
HN10 with Xindi Sun
From menstrual blood to letters of pain, Xindi Sun creates feminist works that challenge cultural silencing and structural oppression. In this interview, she shares how personal rebellion became a lifelong art practice.
HN10 with Jenny Ping Lam Lin
How do societal pressures shape who we become? In this interview, photographer Jenny Ping Lam Lin reflects on growing up in stratified systems and how her art gives discarded voices space to breathe.
HN10 with Fanxi Sun
From large-format photography to expanded cinema, Fanxi Sun crafts poetic visions of time and intimacy. Dive into her multi-sensory world where emotion, memory, and movement converge.
HN10 with Jay Rhule
From street performances to streaming success, Jay Rhule's music is a testament to resilience, self-expression, and staying true to oneself. In this interview, he shares his creative journey, cultural influences, and reflections on chasing dreams through music.
HN10 with Anqi Deng
Exploring sound as a vessel for vulnerability and emotion, Anqi Deng reflects on personal narratives, daily sensations, and the quiet strength in persistence. In this interview, she shares her creative journey and the inspirations behind her immersive works.
HN10 with Nan Zhu
Through poetic absurdism and vulnerability, Nan Zhu reflects on compassion, identity, and collective care. In this interview, she shares her thoughts on embracing failure, human connection, and storytelling through surreal imagery.
HN10 with Shanshan W.
Exploring the space between nostalgia and alienation, Shanshan W. uses animation and storytelling to reflect on love, vulnerability, and her cultural roots. In this interview, she discusses her creative process and how she finds meaning in personal and collective memory.
HN10 with Roey Qiu
Through photography, Roey explores themes of identity, memory, and emotional connection, using light and composition to capture the quiet tension between presence and absence. Deeply influenced by personal experiences and cultural shifts, their work is a reflection of observation, intuition, and a fascination with storytelling beyond words.
Music is more than self-expression—it’s a dialogue between the artist and the listener. In this interview, Jonina Liao shares how her journey through R&B, Jazz, and City Pop has shaped her voice, the struggles of defining authenticity in a global industry, and the themes of courage and renewal that guide her work.
HN10 with Jonina Liao
HN10 with Xinran Shi
Xinran is redefining the boundaries of fashion, transforming traditional Savile Row tailoring into sculptural, wearable art. Rooted in both Chinese craftsmanship and London’s avant-garde fashion scene, their work bridges the past and the future—merging precision with fluidity, structure with spontaneity. Inspired by modern art movements like Art Deco and the expressive power of fabric, Jan’s designs challenge perceptions of tailoring, turning garments into statements of individuality and cultural fusion..
HN10 with Eric Zhang
Eric is an illustrator and children's book creator whose work delves into themes of identity, pressure, and nostalgia. Drawing from his experiences as an East Asian artist navigating global creative industries, his storytelling transforms personal memories into universally resonant narratives. With a background in both fine arts and literature, his illustrations balance whimsy with emotional depth, reflecting the struggles and dreams of modern life. His upcoming book, Cheese Mountain, set for release in 2025, explores ambition and perseverance, solidifying his voice in the world of children's literature.