So glad that you are here!

I’m Joy, the artist behind Made Seen.

My life has been anything but simple: from a hard-core atheist, to coming to Christ, to being kicked out of a church, to wrestling through seminary, and now to the joy of being a wife, mom, and artist. I never planned to become an artist, but along the way God transformed my story of brokenness into one of beauty and purpose. My hope is that Made Seen gives you more than something pretty for your walls—it offers art that speaks to your soul.

Here is a quick glance of my story:

Growing up in China as a hard-core atheist - until desperation made me question everything

Turned to philosophy for answers - until it broke me

A disguised blessing in my failure and the news of cancer - faced death but found eternal life.

Plan my own path - to be a teacher in China, but God had other plans

Getting kicked out of church - so I decided to go to U.S. for seminary

Seminary was way harder than I ever imagined - I wanted to return to China

When I believed I had nothing to offer in the U.S., God revealed my hidden gift—creativity.

I got a mail room job, not realizing it would lead to Made Seen

Want the full story? Just keep scrolling—or skip ahead and say hello to my family!

Skip My Story and Meet My Family

The Canvas of Life

My life is a canvas, marked by shadows yet illuminated with light. I invite you to read my full story of how I came to Christ and how my art journey began. Above all, I hope you see the beauty of the One who painted it.

A Dream Never Dreamed

Made Seen was born from a simple seminary project and a season of unseen beginnings. From quiet and unexpected places, God grew an art journey that now carries His light into homes everywhere.

Meet My Family

At the heart of it all, I’m a wife and mom before I’m an artist. My husband, our sweet daughter, and our little son are my greatest gifts. Whether I’m in the studio or at home, their love surrounds me—and every moment with them is a reminder of God’s goodness.

Our Joy: Being on Mission Right Where We Are

Through Made Seen, my family gets to serve the international young professionals with our home. We also get to come alongside missionaries across the world—so every piece of art helps spread the beauty and hope of Christ farther than we could ever go on our own.

A Note Before You Go

Curious about what I believe? You can read my faith statement here. Or simply take your time looking around — you might just find a piece that’s perfect for your home. And if you’d ever like to connect, I’d be delighted to hear from you ᥫ᭡.