Extracted from http://www.erikachen.com/erika_sand_artist/Erika Chen is a performance sand artist who has made a mark on world class stages with her unique brand of smooth flowing, silk-like sand painting accompanied by light-hearted yet enchanting singing. She dedicates to each of her art creations and stage performance by thoroughly comprehending her clients’ visions; thereafter delivers to the audience an experience that’s soothing, moving and memorable. Her elegant and strong presence on stage and gracious dance-like movements while painting further sets her apart as an all-rounded performing artist. As the very first and only sand artist of Cirque Du Soleil (ZARKANA, May 2011- Oct 2012), Erika is having unprecedented success by earning international audiences and critics’ overwhelming praises. She is continuously receiving invitations from event organizers worldwide to perform at events including the prestigious APEC CEO Summit (2009), Shanghai EXPO (2010), and International Olympic Committee Conference (2012). Having performed for over 50 clients in over 10 countries in Europe, North America, Asia; and collaborated with theater, dance, circus, movie, music video, concerts, commercials, live musicians and more; her audience included Lee Hsien Loong (Prime Minister of Singapore), Hu Jingtao (former Chairman of China), Vladimir Putin (President of Russia), Bill Clinton (former President of the United States), Donald Trump (founder and CEO of the Trump Organization), Guy Laliberté (founder and CEO of Cirque du Soleil), Jacques Rogge (Chairman of International Olympic Committee); and a stretching list of celebrity personals.Erika now dedicates much of her time to the exploration of culture, peace, love and kindness, and nature. She also wishes that her story of chasing her dreams in a society that on many levels discourages taking a risk and pursuing inner passion; can inspire and motivate many more to chase their dreams.