I have been Shizu's student for over a decade, learning not just art but valuable life lessons as well. She was the head teacher at Gwonder, a private school in Asia, where students aged 8 to 17 learned English through arts, theatre, and reading. This school also a cultural hub for the community. Back in 2002, I was just a primary student there. Now, decades later, many of my classmates and I are parents ourselves, and we still keep in touch with Shizu. She knows our parents and children well too.
I cannot recommend Shizico Yi more highly. She is not only a remarkable contemporary artist but also a kind and generous person who truly cares for her students beyond the classroom.
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