Artist Statement/CV

Suanna Zhong is a new media artist and computer scientist. Currently, she is pursuing a Bachelor's of Computer Science and Fine Art degree with a minor in Animation at Carnegie Mellon University.

As a former Computer Science TA, much of Zhong's work is motivated by her desire for reform in Computer Science education—challenging its emphasis on prestige and reimagining the undergraduate pipeline that funnels students into the corporate world. By misappropriating well-established imagery from academic literature, her artwork not only serves as a catalyst for deconstructing the axioms that reinforce the power dynamics at play within academic institutions, but also represents the arduous yet meticulous labor of computer scientists within the context of contemporary art.

Additionally, Zhong’s work often reflects on what it was like to grow up during the golden age of Silicon Valley’s Web 2.0 optimism—while also navigating the complexities of queerness within that environment.

suannaz [at] andrew [dot] cmu [dot] edu

Solo Exhibitions:

2025 The 10 Year Plan, ARRIVISTE Coffee Roasters, Pittsburgh, PA

Group Exhibitions:

2025 Center for Sustainable Landscapes Research Institute Gallery, Pittsburgh, PA
2025 BXA Kaleidoscope, Hall of the Arts, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
2025 Metamorphosis, Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Pittsburgh, PA
2025 Lemon Issue 03: Junction, The Frame Gallery, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
2025 Sketchbook Show, The Frame Gallery, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
2024 Irish Exit, The Frame Gallery, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
2024 Revival, Ellis Gallery, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
2024 Vocalization Project, Ellis Gallery, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA
2023 Wake The Dead, Ellis Gallery, Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA

Press/Publications:

2025 People's Choice Award Nomination, Center for Sustainable Landscapes Research Institute
2025 Lemon Issue 03: Junction
2024 CMU School of Art Student News
2023 Lemon Issue 02: Absurdity
2023 Lemon Issue 01: Collection
2023 Adolescent Content Annual Holiday Book
2021 VSCO Infrared Campaign Feature