Portfolio / CV

1986-1990 - Graduated in Medical Sciences of Nutrition by "Chung Hwa University of Medical Technology", Tainan, Taiwan.

1990 – Certification in 1st and 2nd level of "Artistic Life – exquisite cultural lectures and studies" at Politechnic University of Taichung City Arts by master 程代勒.

1991 - Certification in 3rd level of "Artistic Life - exquisite cultural lectures and studies" at Politechnic University of Taichung City Arts by master 程代勒.

2006 - Certification in Advanced Training for Personnel Jewelry by C.T.C. - Central Training Center of Council of Labor Affairs, Taiwan.

2021 – Certification in "Tea Ceremony" by ChungHwa Chinese Tea Culture Association - 中華茶文化協會

2022 - Frequency of Chinese Brush Painting class of master Chen - 陳老師國畫.

2022 - Frequency of Traditional Chinese Calligraphy class of master Zhou - 周老師書法.

2024 - Final certification in Japanese Flower Arrangements by Ikebana Kado Course - 池坊華道課程.

1991-1994 - Nutrition Consultant in Taipei;

1994-2000 - Collaboration in a company of traditional jewelry design where she acquired knowledge about this professional activity.

2000-2022 – Professional artist for over 20 years, she moves fluidly between contemporary jewelry design, japanese Ikebana floral art and the timeless gesture of traditional ink calligraphy, where form, balance and harmony meet, presenting her works at several solo and group exhibitions in Shanghai, Beijing, Dalian, Sichuan, Shenyang, Chengdu, Hangzhou, Nanjing, Kunming, Macau, Taichung among others.

2023 - Since 2010, and especially from 2023 onward, Milla has been living extensively in Portugal, where she develops and presents her artistic work through solo and group painting exhibitions. She combines traditional brush painting techniques with Western methods and styles, achieving innovative and original artistic expressions.

SOLO EXHIBITIONS

2025.09 - "Douro / when East meets West" curated by Jorge Matos at Exhibitions Hall, UTAD University, Vila Real, Portugal.

2025.05 - "Traces In Ink" by Milla Chang curated by Wu Jing at "Jing Art Space" at Rua Garrett, 19, Chiado, Lisboa, Portugal.

2024.11 - "L' Art de Milla Chang / Quand l'Orient rencontre l'Occident" at Societé Suisse de Lisbonne (Schweizer Klub Lissabon), Lisboa, Portugal.

2024.10 - "Passion for Douro / When East meets West" curated by Jorge Matos at Museum of Douro, Peso da Régua, Portugal.

2023.09 - "Old Vineyards of Douro" curated by Jorge Matos at Museum of Wine, S. João da Pesqueira, Portugal.

2023.08 - "Old Vineyards of Douro" curated by Jorge Matos at Vindouro - Douro Wines Exhibition, S. João Pesqueira, Portugal.

2023.06 - "Passion for Nature" curated by Jorge Matos at Lamego Municipal Gallery "Solar da Porta dos Figos", Lamego, Portugal.

2023.03 - "Zen Paintings" at Chá da Barra / Centro Cultural do Palácio do Egipto, Oeiras, Portugal.

"Using oriental techniques with Chinese inks and rice paper, the artist captures the universe in precise strokes using a very unique technique."
     Fernando Seara (archt.), Director of Museum of Douro.

"Technique, passion and inspiration make these works of art the greatness represented by Milla's simple delicacy."
     João Oliveira, Director of Museum of Wine.

"... my initial encounter with the immensely talented art of Milla Chang, a work that deeply has captivated me. Her art seamlessly combines expressions of Eastern and Western arts, reflecting the artist's life and the influence she got from living in these two distinct cultures."
     Carlos Macedo e Couto (archt.), organizer of "Bridging Cultures Festival" in Taipei.

"I recognized Milla's gift for painting the instant I saw her early work; it wasn't just talent, it was a calling. Her art represents a masterful dialogue between traditional calligraphic heritage and contemporary intuition. Refusing to be bound by standard rules, Milla has forged her own technical path, producing innovative works that radiate beauty and possess a distinct, unmistakable style." 
     Jorge Matos (archt.), curator of Milla's exhibitions.

"In Traces in Ink", Milla Chang employs traditional techniques of ink and rice paper to express a minimalist, contemplative response to nature. She does not only depict its visible forms, but seeks to capture its breath, rhythm, and silent transformations. The movement of water and ink, the absorption and emptiness of the paper, become mediums for a continuous dialogue with the natural world."
     Wu Jing ( "Jing Art Space" ), curator and art advisor.

"This exhibition is a remarkable cultural moment by Milla Chang, coming from what the Portuguese then have named "Formosa Island", and portraying the Douro with a unique sensitivity (...) it is an exhibition of enormous dignity, a magnificent exhibition. The Academy is pleased to visit an inspiring exhibition that inspires us all, at the beginning of this academic year, and that inspires us all for the future (of University) UTAD."
     Emídio Gomes, Phd – Rector of UTAD University