Selected Works
2014 — Present
Since 2014, Paddy Leung has designed and produced installations, window displays, and large-scale sculptures for public spaces and events. They are also passionate about designing art programs and community events that are inclusive and accessible to the communities they serve. Recently, their practice has
adapted
and they are discovering new ways to continue their community work digitally. Paddy’s mission is to continue to break down barriers and make meaningful connections through art.
Yue Moon 完滿: Tiger With Wings 如虎添翼
︎ Chinatown BIA & STEPS Public Art
︎ Community-engaged Arts & Multimedia Public Art Program
︎ Toronto, ON
︎ December - March 2022
完滿 (Yue Moon) translates to "full circle," "completion," or "full moon." Beginning in 2020, the Chinatown BIA and lead artists developed a unique public art program to build community and raise awareness of local businesses in Toronto’s Chinatown. This initiative led to the creation of Yue Moon 2020 and two distinct projects for Yue Moon 2021: Yue Moon II / 圓滿：貳 and the award-winning Yue Moon: Animated Light / 圓滿：舞動.
In its third year, Yue Moon 完滿 continues to unite people for a luminous experience of public art—a creative escape from the darkness and cold of winter. Led by artists PUFF Paddy and Meegan Lim during challenging times, the program culminated in a public art exhibit that animated the streets of Toronto’s Chinatown through February 2022, coinciding with Lunar New Year celebrations.
- PUFF Paddy - Lead Artist & Designer
- Meegan Lim - Artist Assistant & Technical Designer Assistant
- Edan Maxam - Onsite Installation Assistant
- Aysia Tse - Artist Assistant
- Lily Ya Xaun Li - Artist Assistant
- Vincy Lim - Production Assembler
- Kathrine Cheng - Production Assembler
- Hot Pop Factory - Laser Cutting Services
- CV Studio - Printing Services
- Stellar Art Services - Professional Installers
Installation Locations: Downtown, Toronto
🏮️ 20 Lanterns designed by PUFF Paddy
🏮️ 188 artworks made by the community members
👥 146 Community Participants
In Partnership with
Project Partnerships
Generously funded by
Food For Thought
︎ Visual Arts of Mississauga
︎ Community-engaged Arts & Special Exhibition
︎ Toronto, ON
︎ November 2021
As Canada and the world reopen from the devastating COVID-19 pandemic, we have an opportunity to reimagine what community care looks like and to maintain a sense of kinship with the people we love. Food plays a significant role in our lives, influencing us emotionally and socially, and our food choices are often deeply personal. In these increasingly stressful times, when community action is more important than ever, making time for people and creating communal meals may be one of the most meaningful things we can do—for both our health and well-being and the wider community.
Visual Arts of Mississauga and PUFF Paddy presented "Food For Thought," an intergenerational workshop where participants crafted their favorite dishes using arts, crafts, and upcycled materials. Through reflecting on what food means to them, participants had the opportunity to share their cultural identities, personal stories, and passion for cuisine while exploring their creativity. The workshop culminated in a special exhibition at VAM Gallery on November 21, 2021, where the community could view and enjoy the imaginative, everlasting meal created by all.
Community Rock Garden: Kindness Rocks
︎ The Betway - Community Incubation Program
︎ Community-engaged Arts & Multimedia Public Art Program
︎ Toronto, ON
︎ October 2021
The Bentway’s annual Community Incubation Program supports the development of the next generation of public space programmers by providing skills and capacity-building training. In October 2021, Paddy Leung participated in the program and designed a series of public and hybrid art initiatives that brought The Bentway’s grounds to life. This included three in-person workshops, one online workshop, and the creation of a temporary rock garden for the community to enjoy. The "Kindness Rocks" public art program aimed to transform the space with a collective vision of fostering hope, connectedness, and play.
- PUFF Paddy - Lead Artist & Designer
- The Bentway: Program Coordinator - Vicki Clough
- Gridblock - Wooden Bench
- To. B & Thor Creative Services - Print Signage
- Meegan Lim - Graphic Designer Assistant
- Alia Knowles - Program Assistant
- Latasha Lennox - ASL Interpreter.
Yue Moon II
︎ Chinatown BIA & STEPS Public Art
︎ Community-engaged Arts & Multimedia Public Art Program
︎ Toronto, ON
︎ January - March 2021
Photograph by Tessar Lo
Yue Moon II is a community-based, multimedia public art program as part of Chinatown's 2021 Lunar New Year celebration. This is a community-co-created public art project featuring original artwork developed by participants through a series of online workshops. In partnership with STEPS Public Art & Chinatown BIA, PUFF Paddy was the lead artist
facilitator
and designed 20 new sets of lanterns that displayed over 250 artworks made by the community members.
For more information about Yue Moon II:
Yue Moon’s Team:
- PUFF Paddy - Lead Artist & Designer
- Linda Zang - Technical Designer Advisor Role
- Meegan Lim - Artist Assistant Facilitator & Technical Designer Assistant
- Tessar Lo - Production Assembler
- Micah Adams - Production Assembler
- Amanda McCavour - Production Assembler
- Hot Pop Factory - Laser Cutting Services
- CV Studio - Printing Services
- Building Up - Professional Installers
Photograph by Mila Bright
Location Details:
︎Yummy Yummy Dumplings & Lait Night (79/81 Huron St.)
🏮️ 13 Lanterns designed by PUFF Paddy
🏮️ 234 artworks made by the community members
︎Rosewood Chinese Cuisine (463 Dundas West Street
🏮️ 5 Lanterns designed by PUFF Paddy
🏮️ 90 artwork made by the community members
︎Uncle Otis (329 Spadina Avenue)
🏮️ 2 Lanterns designed by PUFF Paddy
🏮️ 36 artwork made by the community members
︎Yummy Yummy Dumplings & Lait Night (79/81 Huron St.)
🏮️ 13 Lanterns designed by PUFF Paddy
🏮️ 234 artworks made by the community members
︎Rosewood Chinese Cuisine (463 Dundas West Street
🏮️ 5 Lanterns designed by PUFF Paddy
🏮️ 90 artwork made by the community members
︎Uncle Otis (329 Spadina Avenue)
🏮️ 2 Lanterns designed by PUFF Paddy
🏮️ 36 artwork made by the community members
In Partnership with
Project Partnerships
Generously funded by
