From Taiwan to Canada: Pete Young's Journey of Creativity and Innovation (Part 2)

In My Kitchen with Paula

Ever wondered what it takes to navigate the complexities of identity and culture, as a young immigrant?

In this two-part episode, Taiwanese-Canadian artist and educator Pete (Shouh) Young takes us on a journey through his life, sharing how his experience of moving from Taiwan to Vancouver at the age of nine shaped his art, his studies, and his sense of self. From the challenges of adapting to a new language and culture, to the founding of Young Guns Studio to mentor young artists, Pete's story is one of resilience, creativity, and a deep connection to his roots. Pete shares how his parents, a meaningful Chinese name, and food traditions, continue to influence who he is today.
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• Daikon soup (Taiwanese soup from pork bones) 排骨蘿蔔湯 - This recipe provided by Pete, is a close representation of his Grandmother’s recipe. Sadly he does not have his Grandmother’s original recipe. A gentle reminder to capture our family recipes.
• Get in touch with Pete on Instagram (@_ygstudio) or visit his website: https://www.ygstudio.ca/
• Pete is generously offering a 30% discount to the Young Guns sketchbook course designed for adults! (As described in this episode) This 2 week sketchbook course fosters imagination in a freeing, non-judgmental way. You’ll receive one sketchbook prompt each morning, hot out the oven, freshly delivered. Monday to Friday, with easy-to-follow instructions that take just 15-30 minutes. No overwhelming art projects and fancy supplies—just simple ways to fill your creative tank and get back in touch with what lights you up.

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Chapters

1. From Taiwan to Canada: Pete Young's Journey of Creativity and Innovation (Part 2) (00:00:00)

2. Navigating University Choices (00:04:28)

3. Discovering Industrial Design (00:06:40)

4. Founding Young Gun Studios (00:13:23)

5. Perspectives on Innovation (00:20:10)

6. The Role of AI in Creativity (00:23:43)

7. Protecting Individuality in Design (00:24:12)

8. The Importance of Making Mistakes (00:26:16)

9. Encouraging Creativity in Children (00:27:33)

10. Innovative Exercises for Creativity (00:28:15)

11. Sketchbook Prompts for Adults (00:32:47)

12. The Value of Creative Thinking (00:40:25)