Water is the element that has shaped my life—scientifically, artistically, and spiritually. My journey began with a curiosity for its mysteries, leading me to study its physics, experiment with its forms in design, and eventually surrender to it as both subject and teacher.
As a woman, my connection to water is intimate and deeply embodied. I feel it within me: its rhythms, its vulnerability, its strength. My creative process is a dialogue between the flow of water and the landscapes of my inner world—translated through movement, gesture, and the quiet language of abstraction.
Faith anchors my reverence. I see water as a sacred gift from God, a living mirror of creation and grace. It holds memory, it nourishes life, and it reflects the state of our collective soul. In a time when water is exploited and forgotten, I feel called to restore a sense of wonder and belonging—to remind us that water is not a commodity, but kin.
Through my art, I seek to rekindle a more tender, ethical, and spiritual relationship with water—one that transcends utility and returns us to awe.
Charlotte Qin is a Chinese-Canadian artist and artivist based in Geneva. With a background in science and design, her practice bridges art, ecology, and faith to restore humanity’s relationship with water. Through Meeting of Waters, she works at the intersection of climate advocacy and art, contributing to global forums like the UN Water Conference and COP.