Shirying Tay

About Shirying Tay

Shirying Tay, a self-taught abstract painter from Los Angeles, draws profound inspiration from her STEM background, transforming her canvases into a fusion of laboratory and art space. Using shapes, lines, and dimensions, she weaves emotional landscapes that mirror the intricate essence of existence.

With intentional brushwork, Lo3tus captures the universal tumult of life, while her Chinese immigrant heritage fuels the interconnecting lines that symbolize a longing to transcend boundaries. Her art merges scientific precision with emotional depth, inviting viewers to reflect on their interconnected journey within life's chaos.

Artist and fashion designer, she has a popular Instagram account lo3tus, which has garnered more than 600,000 followers. She has showcased both her abstract paintings and the clothes that she has designed on that platform. Many of her videos have featured her talking about her journey of putting a fashion show together. She has also posted short films, POV dating videos, K-pop dance covers, and lifestyle content. Her hobbies include playing the guitar and drums. In February 2025, she attended the popular art fair Frieze Los Angeles. She has been heavily inspired by Jean-Michel Basquiat and Pablo Picasso.