Born in 1977, lives and works in Taipei. Yin-Ju Chen engages herself in the odyssey of the universe, beyond the galaxy. Evolving from her video practice, Chen’s current works include photos, drawings and installations, embodying her interest in the functions of power, nationalism, racism, totalitarianism, collective thinking and the collective (un)conscious.
The multiple layers of interpretation in Chen’s works combine ancient beliefs and modern history. She researches and investigates the hypotheses in both science and pseudoscience, uncovering the unforeseen circumstances beyond our usual cognition.
Chen has participated in many important international exhibitions and film festivals, such as the Liverpool Biennial (2016), ‘Forum Expanded’ at the 66th Berlin Film Festival (2016), the 20th Bienniale of Sydney (2016), ‘Action at a Distance – Yin-Ju Chen Solo Exhibition’ in Taiwan (2015), and the Shanghai Bienniale (2014).