This completed series is based around experiences, whether big or small, that I have encountered while living and learning about a culture that is different from my own. The idea of the series came from the 12 animals of the Chinese Zodiac and also the traditional Chinese game ‘Ma Jiang’. Each painting looks to be very simple in idea and nature but holds a deeper meaning as these animals use this game as a way to look at traditional and modern aspects of the Chinese culture and habits.