Ng Qi Ya (Huang Qiya)

Theme: Our Transformative Journey

Merit, School Category, 2023

Artist statement:

'Towards your Dreams features a hot air balloon soaring up the sky, holding a small dreamer in its basket. The hot air balloon symbolises the journey of transformation for the dreamer who has just received her heart transplant from the individual to the community and the ascend of dreams as we unite to help those in need. This new lease of life gave her the courage to step out of her boundaries and expose herself to the beauty and wonders of life, which she could never imagine before. The hot air balloon is flourished with flowers each representing new beginnings, innocence, love, and positivity to her new found energy with hope to explore the world. Like the hot air balloon, she will rise through determination to live her life to the fullest, achieving her hopes and dreams, despite unknown challenges coming her way as illustrated from the map. With this piece, I hope to inspire others to consider the impact organ donation can have and give the opportunity for others to get a chance to make a difference in this world we see today.

About the Artist

Ng Qi Ya (Huang Qiya), 15
Fuhua Secondary School