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Henri Matisse

Welcome to my creative playground, where I explore different mediums outside of my product design work. From coding my own Chrome extension to expressing myself through hands-on crafts, this space reflects my passion for creativity and making things with purpose.

Self-Coded Project

Custom-coded project

Coming from my personal experience of reading online, I designed and developed (with the help from AI) a Chrome extension to enhance web browsing by allowing users to customize their scroll speed. This project merges my design and coding skills to create a user-friendly tool that simplifies everyday tasks.

A lightweight Chrome extension that lets you fine-tune your scroll speed for a more comfortable and personalized browsing experience.

💻 Install on Chrome Web Store 🙌 Support on Product Hunt

Crochet Creations

Crafting with yarn

My crochet projects blend creativity and craftsmanship, from making small accessories to more intricate pieces. It's a tactile process that allows me to create unique, handmade gifts and designs.

It first started with an ugly pink blob I made from a creative workshop led by Daina Taimina, a mathematics professor at Cornell University who developed a way of modeling hyperbolic geometry using crocheted objects 🧶🤩

My first ever crochet
My first ever crochet
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My second crochet project. Took me a whole night (around 4 hours... I was very slow in the beginning.)
Crochet 3
A beanie I made for my roommate's birthday! Took me three days, but it was definitely worth it!
Crochet 4
Using some leftover yarns, I made a pair of gloves! Later gave it to another friend of mine :)
Crochet 5
Another beanie. It was perfect for the cold winter in Ithaca.
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A shoulder bag!
Crochet 7
Didn't have enough leftover yarns, so I freestyled another pair of gloves.
Crochet 8
A checkerboard beanie! This one was a challenging project.
Crochet 9
Another beanie... Split color~
Christmas decorations
This means "getting rich" in Chinese! Best wishes for CNY:)
Christmas decorations
Beautiful scarf that took me a week!!!
Christmas decorations
All Christmas decorations are made by me!

Sculpture

Artistic expression in three dimensions

My sculpture work is where I delve into the more artistic and conceptual side of design. Each piece is a representation of abstract ideas, molded into tangible forms that evoke thought and emotion. It's a way for me to experiment and push the boundaries of my creativity.

🎨 igloos/civilizations, 2022

Ups and Downs

🎨 Ups and Downs, 2017

🎨 where are we going, 2022

🎨 Bursting, 2019

🎨 Hug Me, 2024

Pottery

Crafting everyday objects

Pottery is about bringing craftsmanship into daily life. I focus on creating functional, beautiful objects like mugs, bowls, and plates that add a touch of artistry to everyday routines. It's a grounding practice that connects creativity with utility.

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Photography

Capturing life's moments

Through photography, I aim to highlight the beauty in the details of everyday life. Whether it's a spontaneous street scene or a perfectly framed landscape, photography allows me to slow down and appreciate the world through a lens.

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Let's Create Together ✍️

Have a project idea or want to collaborate? I'm always open to creative partnerships—let's chat!