Natalie Tan Jia Xuen

Theme: Making a difference starting with me

Distinction, School Category, 2024

Artist statement:

A delicate hand, gently cradling a radiant star imbued with a sense of purpose and connection. The star, aglow with ethereal light, symbolises hope and the infinite possibilities that arise from the act of giving. As the hand and star merge in a timeless embrace, the star gifted from the donor to the recipient provides hope and energy. With each fingertip meeting the star, the person gains life. Every act of giving holds the power to illuminate the darkness and is a testament to the idea that making a difference truly starts from us, as everyone chooses to shine their light and ignite the flames of positive transformation.

About the Artist

Natalie Tan Jia Xuen, 15
Nan Chiau High School