ABOUT

Photographer, Videographer, New Media Artist

EV Zhang 张宁馨

Photographer, Videographer, New Media Artist

Ningxin Zhang (aka EV Zhang) is a London-based Chinese multidisciplinary artist specialised in Urban Anthropology, Travel Lifestyle and Creative Technology.

Ningxin’s creative journey began as a travel vlogger - from the bustling streets of Tokyo to the serene landscapes of rural Africa, her travels to over 15 countries have cultivated a deep appreciation for the kaleidoscope of human experience and cultural diversity.

Ningxin’s new media practice focuses on Video Art and AI. Through video art, she breakthroughs the confines of traditional linear narratives by deconstructing and reimagining the medium through the interplay between audio and visual elements. In parallel, Ningxin utilises AI imagery to combine with or re-envision photography and animation. This dual approach, sometimes intertwined, allows her to explore the frontiers of visual and conceptual experimentation in the new media age.

Ningxin’s work has been exhibited globally in galleries, new media & fashion film festivals, from NYC to Seoul, Budapest to Livorno. Her art has gained recognition in contemporary art and culture publications, with features in influential magazines like Frieze, V&A Magazine and Tate Etc..

Beyond her visual pursuits, Zhang has a deep passion for freestyle hiphop/waacking dance, acoustic guitar, surfing, and crafting miniature dollhouses. Her diverse interests and adventurous spirit fuel her artistic exploration, guiding her on an unending quest for creative expression and freedom.

Artist Statement

I’m fascinated by the lives of the unconventional individuals who exist beyond the boundaries of societal norms and constraints. Through projects like Subterranean Souls: Portraits of London's Queer Underground and The Real Generation, I celebrate their authenticity, resilience, and unapologetic self-expression.

I’m also drawn to the raw, real, and underexposed side of metropolitan cities. In Homeless Republic and Paradise Divided, I aim to emphasise the impactful stories that lie beneath the surface of urban landscapes.

I don’t see myself as an advocate, but rather an observer. The subjects in my work already speak for themselves — I simply document and present them to the world. Sometimes, the moments I capture don’t necessarily need to be complex or carry a specific meaning — they can be as simple as an abandoned piano in the wilderness, flowers blooming amidst garbage dumps, or a lazy orange cat seeking attention on a peaceful Sunday morning. These small moments naturally find their place in my visual diary.

Visual expression for me is never confined within a single medium. I view new technologies not as a threat but as a catalyst for human creativity. They challenge me to innovate, to harness their potential, and to evolve alongside them.

Being open and curious about what life presents, recording it authentically, and continually breaking through traditional narratives — that’s what visual expression means to me.

FEATURED PROJECTS

SKILLS

Adobe Photoshop, Premiere Pro, InDesign, After Effects
AI: Midjourney, Dall*E 3, Stable Diffusion
Klaviyo, Mailchimp, Wix, Squarespace
Bilingual English/Mandarin Chinese

EDUCATION

Master of Science in Advertising - Boston University, (U.S.A.)
Master of Arts in Fashion, Film and Digital Production - London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London. (U.K.)
Bachelor of Arts in Film and Media - University of Leicester. (U.K.)