chankalun’s rare fusion of tradition, identity and sustainability in neon – poetic art and bespoke commissions trusted by collectors and institutions worldwide.
chankalun (at) theneongirl.com
My artistic practice unfolds across three ongoing collections, each reflecting a dialogue between neon’s precious craft, cultural memory, and contemporary concerns.
- Silhouette Collection
Traditionally viewed as a technical and rigid medium, neon here becomes deeply personal. Through The Neon Girl project, I embraced my own physicality—bending glass to the rhythm of my body rather than against it. This collection explores body image, self-perception, and resilience.
Works like Every Body is a Beach Body celebrate diversity and imperfection, turning neon into a medium of empowerment and collective storytelling.





- Sustainability Collection
This series explores the tension between neon’s technical precision and the expressive nature of cursive script in Chinese calligraphy, embodying the philosophy of perfection within imperfection. By engaging with invisible natural forces—currents, breath, and air—it reflects on the delicate balance between human control and nature’s unpredictability.
Works like Courants, Light as Air, Terre and Haiijaii integrate upcycled materials and interactive components, addressing the environmental cost of neon while reimagining its sustainable future.





- Blue and White Collection
Rooted in cultural memory, this collection bridges Eastern and Western craftsmanship by fusing porcelain and neon—two delicate, handmade mediums. Inspired by the global trade of Chinese blue-and-white porcelain, these works reinterpret historic motifs through cobalt glass and hand-painted ceramics.
Works like Neo(n)-Antique Art exemplifies how tradition can be reanimated into contemporary dialogue, honoring heritage while creating something rare and new.





Across these collections, my practice is both immersive and participatory: inviting audiences not only to witness but also to reflect on how light, culture, and environment intersect. In doing so, my work asks: how can a precious craft from the last century illuminate the most urgent questions of our time?



















