Vonnie Shih

About Artist

Vonnie’s creations often begin with something that’s been lost. Using her signature monkey character as a narrative lens, she explores how these small beings respond to accidents, impermanence, and things left unsaid. Her latest series, Lost and Found, reflects on the process of losing, letting go, and learning to hold again—tracing the delicate weight of personal emotions and character stories. Her inspiration stems from everyday encounters: a weed pushing through a crack, a stuffed toy hanging from a garbage truck, the earnest gaze of animated animals. Trained in metalcraft and model-making, she was deeply influenced by a teacher who encouraged the value of failure and persistence in creative practice. Her works are filled with personal symbols and quiet resonance—open to interpretation, and meant to be felt more than explained.