Azure Qianwen Zhang

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Azure Qianwen Zhang

PhD Student

Azure Zhang is having her PhD study in HKUST-GZ. She completed her master studies at the Royal College of Art and University College London. With expanding knowledge in computer science, HCI, and material craft, she demonstrates a strong interest in interdisciplinary research.

Her current research interest is examining the anthropomorphism embedded in both scientific research and art practice, challenging claims to non-human perspectives, with a thematic focus on geological contexts.

Exhibitions: Museu Nacional Da República Brazil, Munich Jewellery Week, London Wellcome Collection, Shanghai M50 Art Zone, K11, The Bund.

Thermal Pareidolia

Thermal Pareidolia

Azure Qianwen Zhang / 2025

Lenticular prints, Video installation

“Thermal Pareidolia,” exploring pattern recognition across thermal & visual spectrums, questioning how human & machine vision interpret heat signatures as meaningful forms.
Mycelial Memories Mycelial Memories

Mycelial Memories

Azure Qianwen Zhang

VR/AR installation

An immersive VR installation reimagining mycelial networks as living archives, translating non-human fungal perception into human experience.
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