Taiwan Academy LA Exhibition: Sleep Mode

Taiwan Academy in Los Angeles is pleased to announce its second solo exhibition, Sleep Mode, presenting works by New York-based Taiwanese artist Hao Ni. This marks the artist’s first solo exhibition in Los Angeles, featuring an eclectic series of mixed media installations, sculptures and video, from August 9 – September 23, 2016. The title of the exhibition – Sleep Mode – describes the power-saving mode of operation that most electronic devices today assume automatically when idle. While…

Hiking with TAP in LA

Come join Taiwanese American Professionals - Los Angeles (TAP-LA) on Saturday, June 11th for a hike at Escondido Falls, a 3.8 mile out-and-back trail in Malibu, California. We will be meeting at the trailhead at 10:00 AM, and for those of you who are free afterwards, we will be having lunch with our new hiking buddies (location TBD)! Remember to invite your friends! Please RSVP here: http://goo.gl/forms/wmdOLb6QTJj8Y4JR2 Address: Escondido Canyon Trail, Malibu, CA 90265 Time: 10 AM Weather:…

Perspective to Empower: Isa Ho’s “Girls Falling” at Taiwan Academy L.A.

Taiwanese artist Isa Ho opened her first photo exhibition “Girls Falling” at Taiwan Academy in Los Angeles from May 18th to June 30th. This photo exhibit goes beyond the usual perspectives and into a fantastical introspection of the self, with the discussion uniquely immersed in contemporary Taiwanese sensibility. The “Girls” series is referred to by many as the “Falling Down” series. The girls in the photographs along with the girls whom have been transformed into animals are all…

[PHOTO] Taiwan: Immersive

By Benjamin Dunn PHOTO CAPTION My journey soon took me from Taipei in the north all the way down to Kenting in the south. After a one and half hour ride on the high speed rail into Zuoying, it was off to see the beauty of Kenting. One slightly bumpy two hour bus ride later, I found myself standing on the southern beaches of Taiwan, where the light ocean breeze carried the fresh scent of sea salt and sounds of crashing waves. I was stunned by how blue the ocean looked since I’ve grown up…

“Baby Steps” Movie Screening in LA

After a successful theatrical release in Taiwan, we are excited to bring Baby Steps to Los Angeles! Baby Steps is a dramatic comedy, produced by Oscar-winning producer Li-Kong Hsu (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, The Wedding Banquet, Eat Drink Man Woman) and Stephen Israel (Swimming With Sharks, G.B.F., I Do). Baby Steps received the 2014 Tribeca Film Institute’s All Access production grant as well as support from Taiwan Ministry of Culture and the City of Taipei. Logline: Danny, a Taiwanese-American…

[PHOTO] Taiwan: Potato Twists

By Benjamin Dunn PHOTO CAPTION Ahhh yes, Shilin Night Market (士林夜市). Among my friends, it’s probably one of the most frequently recommended destinations for anyone visiting Taipei. And definitely for good reason too. Despite the crowded alleyways that seem like huge labyrinths for people like me unfamiliar with the area, it’s enjoyable to seemingly get lost among the hundreds of stores and vendors that line the market, selling everything from your favorite Taiwanese street food, to…

Taiwanese Writer Lecture Series with TUF in LA

Dear TUF friends and supporters, You're cordially invited to join us for exciting the Taiwanese United Fund (TUF) Taiwanese Writer Lecture Series on 6/20 at the Taiwan Center for an exciting program. Agenda 1:30 - Conversations among Taiwanese, Taiwanese-American writers 1:50 - Taiwanese United Fund (TUF) 2:00 - Taiwanese creative arts performances 2:10 - Keynote speech by Mr.Oo Tiong-siong on his book 3:00 Q&A 3:15 - Afternoon Tea / Social Time 3:35 - Creative Art performances 3:45…

Taiwanese American Heritage Week Festival near Los Angeles

The 2015 Taiwanese American Heritage Week Festival in Los Angeles takes place this year at Barnes Memorial Park in Monterey Park! There will be performances from Taiwan as well as by local talent. Be sure to come out and enjoy a beautiful day celebrating culture and community! And of course, eat some delicious Taiwanese food! You might also win a round trip ticket to Taiwan! Date: Sunday, May 17, 2015 Time: 10:00am - 7:00pm Location: Barnes Memorial Park, 350 S. McPherrin Ave., Monterey Park,…