Chen Yi-chieh (Agi Chen): Bridging Pop Culture and Historical Reflection Born in Taoyuan, Taiwan, in 1980, Agi Chen – whose artistic moniker reflects her passion for animation – has emerged as a distinctive voice within contemporary Taiwanese art. Her journey began with formal studies at Tung Hai University’s Landscape Architecture Department before pursuing postgraduate degrees specializing in Art Creation and Theory at Tainan National University of the Arts. Chen's artistic vision centers on exploring the intersection between popular culture – specifically animated characters – and deeper…