Joshua Yong is a young queer emerging Naarm/Melbourne-based artist and arts worker with a Malay-Chinese East Timorese background. His work includes drawing (both traditionally and digitally), drawing on identity and self-expression. Joshua’s work is inspired by his own lived experiences, popular culture, and figurative art. His art aims to create a space for others to feel intrigued and fascinated.
Joshua holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Arts and Design from Australian Catholic University. He now professionally and voluntarily engages with public art galleries and artist-run initiatives. He is passionate about visitor experience, audience engagement and customer service within these organisations. Currently, Joshua is a Customer Service Officer at The National Gallery of Victoria and a Creative Producer of the Connection Art Space Queer Artist-in-Residence program.
