Hear from the Artist: Amity Chan

For over three decades, The Phillips Collection has honored the artistic talents of its staff through the annual James McLaughlin Memorial Staff Show. This beloved tradition showcases the creative work of museum employees across departments. As part of the exhibition, the “Hear from the Artist” series invites participating artists to lead 15-minute tours of their work, offering visitors personal insights and behind-the-scenes perspectives into their creative process.

About Amity Chan

Amity Chan is a Washington, DC-based multimedia artist from Hong Kong. She uses art as a powerful mediator to cultivate relationships and build community. Her works speak to the complex landscape of Hong Kong and bridge the gap between the emerging diaspora and their host communities. 

Chan’s works have been exhibited internationally, including at the Wing Luke Museum, Studio Gallery, Homme Galley, University of Washington, Torpedo Factory Arts Center, NGO DEI, and the Maryland Institute College of Art. In 2025, she was selected to be part of The DC Arts Center’s Sparkplug Artists’ Collective. In 2024, she was selected for the George Mason University Arts and Culture Building Fellowship. In 2023, she was awarded the Jennie Lea Knight Fellowship from Studio Gallery DC. Chan holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts in General Fine Arts with a minor in Culture and Politics from the Maryland Institute College of Art.

IMAGE: Amity Chan, Rhythms, 2025, Acrylic and EVA foam on canvas