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Email: applechenxi.zhang@outlook.com

Instagram @cz_a17

Photography and digital art are my primary tools for self-reflection and connection. Through them, I explore themes of memory and personal identity, using fragmented moments to understand myself and invite others to reflect on their own experiences. I am drawn to creating immersive, multidisciplinary works that connect sight, touch, and sound, fostering a deeper engagement with my ideas. My art balances technical precision with emotional depth, offering comfort, joy, and inspiration. For me, art is a means of sharing, healing, and building connections, striving to bring hope and new possibilities to others.

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Education

Tufts University

  • Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art, School of the Museum of Fine Arts

  • GPA: 3.72/4.00

  • Graduation Expected: May 2025

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University of the Arts London, London College of Communication

  • Study Abroad Program in Film and Television

Sep.2021-Present

Medford, MA

Sep.2023-May2024

London, UK

Honors and Awards

Senior Photographer Qualification, China General Chamber of Commerce & China Commercial Occupational Skill Testing and Instruction Center

 

Swan Talk in Ice Sea - Photography Series of four​

  • Golden Award, The 15th China Photography Festival

  • Exhibited, China Photography Art Museum 

 

Ice Rhymn - Photography

  • Publication, The 9th issue of Photography and Video magazine, 2024

  • Shortlisted, The FIAP World Photographers Conference in Lishui, Zhejiang

 

Street - Photography

  • Bronze Collection Award, 2024 Pingyao International Photography Festival

 

Accompany - Photography

  • Third Award, The 3rd Asia Pacific Youth International Photography Contest and Exhibition

  • Merit Award, The 6th China Phoenix Folk photography Biennale

 

Exhibition - Photography

  • Third Award, The 3rd Asia Pacific Youth International Photography Contest and Exhibition

  • Shortlisted, 5th International Photography Symposium & 2023 Lishui Photography Festival.

 

Short Nap; Sun; Spring of Life; Comfortable; Meditation; Warm Breakfast - Photography Series

  • Publication, The 2nd issue of Tourism and Photography magazine, 2024

 

The Temple of Chengde Putuo Zongcheng - Photography

  • Shortlisted, The Most Beautiful Spring and Most IN Recommended Officer

 

Warm Street - Photography

  • Publication, The 5th issue of Travel World magazine, 2024

 

Enjoy - Photography

  • Shortlisted, the Louvre International Contemporary Art Fair in Paris, France

  • Shortlisted, 2024 Pingyao International Photography Festival

 

Martial Arts - Photography

  • Second Prize, 2024 Russia-China Photography Art Exchange Exhibition

 

Warm Street - Photography Series

  • Publication, The 1st spring issue of the Tourism and Photography magazine, 2024

 

Sunbird Rise - Photography

  • Merit Award, The 7th Silk Road Image & Video Expo​

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Work Experience

Tourism World magazine, Special Photographer

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Tourism and Photography magazine, Special Photographer

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Photography and Video magazine, Special Photographer

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Hundun Times (Beijing) Education Technology Co., LTD, Post-production

  • Responsible for video editing, ensuring the video meets platform standards while also appealing to the audience. 

  • Designed creative content based on the brand’s needs and audience characteristics.

  • Assisted in the production of educational short video account, including gathering elements, analyzing trending content, and performing secondary editing. 

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Jun.-Jul.2023

Beijing, China

Art Experience

SMFA Photography Exhibition, Tufts University, Photography

  • Tint, is a set of photos, intended to find people's reactions to color.

  • Captured two models’ emotional reactions to random pure color to explore color psychology.

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Digital Media Exhibition, Tufts University, Video Art

  • I See You is a short video talking about Surveillance. 

  • Prompted deep contemplation on balancing technological development and individual privacy protection by narrating a girl being watched at home. 

  • Familiar with the entire process of digital media art creation, including concept development, scriptwriting, video shooting, post-production editing, and soundtracking.

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Dreams: The 2022 Digital Design Studio Art Showcase, Tufts University, Video Art

  • Light is a short video on the disappearance of a friend in the game world. 

  • Integrated digital media art with emotional storytelling conveyed the emotional fusion and conflict between the virtual and real worlds.

  • Propelled the progression of the storyline and emotional development through precise editing, enhancing the overall narrative effect.

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Extracurricular Activities

Flash in My Life of Bilibili, Editor

  • This is a student-organized talk show on psychological issues within a college environment.

  • Responsible for video editing, censoring, audio muting, voice-over, and music scoring

  • Edited all the behind-the-scenes materials on a set background story (i.e. bag check, favorite candies, etc.) in a humorous way. 

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New England Chinese Teachers Association Annual Conference, Photographer

  • Captured significant moments, including portrait shots and group photos.

  • Edited photos to ensure optimal color tone, composition, and detail in each image.

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Additional Information

  • Software Skills: Adobe PS, LR, PR, AE, AU; Ableton Live, Unity, TouchDesigner

  • Interests: Photography, Cooking, Outdoor sports

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