ISSUE #1 


The artists featured in 4N issue 1 consist of ten foreign creatives currently based across the United States, hailing from China, Mexico, South Korea, Taiwan, Japan, and Vietnam. They have diverse disciplines including conceptual art, film, painting, illustration, bookmaking, photography, and tea ceremony performance. All of them came to the United States for their studies, where they honed their skills and talents. Since then, they have expanded their horizons to share their unique voices with the international community, both in the United States and around the world. We are proud to present them as 4Ners.

Artists Featured:
Yanbin Zhao
Kenix Xiaoqing Liang
Vyolet Jin
Weiyun Chen
Anh Lê
Yi Hsuan Lai
Taole Zhu
Fía Benitez
Keiko Taniguch
Michelle Eun Jung Ho




















>ABOUT  4N
Stemming from the creative platform of Special Special, 4N is a biannual
magazine showcasing extraordinary foreign talent in America. We recognize
the challenges faced by foreigners in obtaining sufficient credentials to
demonstrate their value for staying in the United States, and 4N acts as a
platform for those artists to present their work in the company of other
talented creatives. Our goal for 4N is to create a community-based publication
that honors and highlights the exciting work and personalities involved.


>ABOUT SPECIAL SPECIAL
Special Special is a creative studio based in New York City, founded by Wen-You Cai. 
The studio began in 2016 as an arts project space and shop in the East Village, showcasing 
everyday art editions produced in collaboration with artists of all mediums. Special Special 
continues to uphold a collaborative spirit with like-minded creatives, and is committed to 
fostering community through our unique perspectives.

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>CONTACT
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4N@specialspecial.com