Zhang Tianchen (Ellen), a 12th-grade graduate of THISDL, has been admitted to seven world-class art institutions — including Parsons School of Design — with scholarships, thanks to her outstanding portfolio and distinctive artistic style. She ultimately chose Parsons to embark on her journey of pursuing art.
Nurtured by THISDL’s ADP program, she has broken through gender boundaries and used her work to express her true self. From moments of anxiety and self-doubt to blossoming with confidence, she has transformed from a reserved girl into a courageous dream chaser. Her story is the best interpretation of growth.
