Born and raised in China, she studied visual art on Vancouver Island
and had a fulfilling career as a professional photographer for several years.
After graduating from IFM (Institut Français de la Mode),
Ciao Chao now lives and works as an art director in Paris.
Clients include YSL Beauty, Valentino Beauty, Helena Rubinstein, Louis Vuitton, Fenty, Givenchy Beauty, Issey Miyake, Clarins, Gucci Beauty, Paco Rabanne, Chaumet, L'Oréal Group, and more."