Yan Lin is a New York based artist and senior at Stony Brook University double majoring in Media/Culture/Arts and a concentration of Painting/Drawing/Printmaking in Studio Art. She’s had her work shown in Suffolk County Art Leaders Association (SCALA) exhibitions and more recently won first place in the Undergraduate Research & Creative Activities (URECA) exhibition for Student Affairs at her school. She explores how memories and experiences affect human perceptions. Her art encompasses a macabre and heavier theme, delving into trauma, fear, personal stories, emotions, and other ominous curiosities. Yan wishes to share her themes with a wider audience to create meaningful discussions.