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Zhao Zhao (Chinese, b. 1982)

Constellations, 2021-2022

Constellations, 2017 (300 x 980 cm)

⊹ ຯ ׁ side note : this is a general post !!! don’t take everything literally because every single placement in your birth chart can show what kind of person you are when you’re in love with someone! just enjoy ♡.

aries venus, 5th or 7th house in aries, venus conjunct mars ♡ can fall in love in like 3 seconds. i’m not even joking. if they love you, you’ll know. they fall in love quickly and don't waste any time. the chase excites them. usually, if they really love someone, they tell them as soon as possible. they also show it a lot. if an aries venus person wants to kiss you, they will. if they miss you, they will come to you. in fact, they are very direct in their love style and extremely in tune with their feelings. also, these people don't think much about what they do when they are in love. they act on impulsive thoughts. they are not the type to hide anything at all. these natives will want to have a lot of dates just to see their partner. they may hate being distanced from them. on the other hand, their quick interest can fade very quickly too, aries venuses tend to get bored after a while. they need action on a daily basis to truly be happy in a romantic relationship. breakups can hurt them for a while but they generally are able to move on quickly.

taurus venus, 5th or 7th house in taurus ♡ unlike aries venus, people with venus in taurus don’t fall in love quickly, but when they do, it’s deeply and for a long time. they are sooo grounded in love. venus in taurus creates committed partners in a relationship. spending quality time with their lover is crucial. they especially enjoy dates where they can eat and share with their chosen one. their love is sooo connected to their senses. they absolutely hate toxic or unstable relationships. they hate sudden changes. however, they can get quite possessive and/or jealous of their lover, just like a scorpio venus would, but it’s not always noticeable. they are generally veryyyy tactile and i feel like physical touch is one of their main love languages. i noticed that they are the kind of people who shares their food with their partner, they love doing that.

gemini venus, 5th or 7th house in gemini ♡ they are attracted to people who stimulate them mentally : funny, flirty, wise, curious, intelligent, cultured people... it doesn't matter as long as they can have lively conversations together. i feel like they are not the type to stop at looks. this placement creates someone who falls in love extremely quickly but can also get bored just as quickly, especially if the spark starts fading. but the real challenge is keeping a gemini venus interested, otherwise he/she might become detached and potentially cheat. in love, they are not faithful by nature! they are mutable people, who evolve in the blink of an eye. they can be REALLY affectionate and demonstrative, i’m not saying otherwise, but emotional constancy isn’t their strong suit.

cancer venus, 5th or 7th house in cancer ♡ date to marry only. into long-term bonds. they have a tender, almost maternal love for their partner. in a relationship, they will do anything for that person. they will protect them, nurtur them and cherish them like no one else would. however, these natives have difficulty expressing their needs clearly and often expect others to guess exactly what they want or need. this placement indicates someone who likes their partner to include them in their family because they themselves would be able to do it. they would even be hurt if their partner doesn’t include them in their inner circle. in fact, they are very sensitive to their partner's reactions and/or words. for example, a sentence spoken in a cold tone can sadden them all day.

leo venus, 5th or 7th house in leo ♡ they need a partner who shines brightly in their eyes. they are attracted to people who are coveted by others. in a relationship, they put their partner on a pedestal and hope that their partner will do the same for them. it is impossible for people with this placement to love in secret. they want everyone to know that they are in love. at their best, they are loyal and generous lovers who make you feel adored. love is something to celebrate in public. you might think they'd be the type to let go of someone who hurt them quickly because of their ego, but that's not the case. surprisingly, they have a hard-time letting go someone they had true feelings for. leo venus people tend to be romantic. leo’s are all about attention and praise, so if they feel they are not being treated with the respect they deserve, they will suffer and leave a relationship. may have dramatic arguments with their partner.

virgo venus, 5th or 7th house in virgo ♡ a very complex venus sign. probably the most difficult one to have. they are the archetype of the eternally dissatisfied. these people definitely don’t get into relationships easily. people with their venus in virgo are not swayed by superficial promises. they analyze, judge and criticize the slightest actions and gestures of their lover, it's just stronger than them. these people tend to search for the ideal partner, except that an ideal partner, or just a « perfect » person in general, doesn’t exist and never will. most of them are scared of being too vulnerable or hurt. they love and express love when they are shown the most devoted acts possible. these natives show their love through acts of service, giving advices, etc.. if they are in love with someone who’s nervous because of them, they will most likely love it. they love it when people appreciate the efforts they make.

libra venus, 5th or 7th house in libra ♡ the most romantic people you will ever meet have this placement. and if they are not even a LITTLE BIT romantic towards you, then it means that they are not in love. libra venus people are lovers of love. girls with this placement love giving/receiving flowers, writing love letters, telling their lover sweet words, etc. in my opinion, out of all the venus air signs, libra venus is the most devoted of the 3. they are capable of making important sacrifices for their loved one, not only because they hate conflict/confrontation, but also because they find it difficult to let someone they love go. they seek balance, harmony, pleasure. their biggest flaw is that, just like people with a leo venus, they love receiving attention! they can get unintentionally flirty with others, even when in a relationship.

scorpio venus, 5th or 7th house in scorpio, venus conjunct pluto ♡ with them, it’s all or nothing. they are deeply transformed by their relationships, whether they were negative or positive ones. and they also transform others, unconsciously. but let's be clear, they don't fall off or attach quickly at all, because every relationship has the potential to destroy them. scorpio venus people don’t trust easily, mostly because deep down, they can’t even trust themselves. their own intensity terrifies them. they are scared of how devoted they get because most of the time, it’s not reciprocated. and because of that, they just KNOW they will get hurt at some point. yes, they can be jealous. yes, they can be possessive or obsessive. yes, they can be difficult to read, to understand. but deep down, i believe that no one will ever love as much as they do. no one should ever betray their trust, because it’s unforgivable in their eyes. for some, it can be difficult to truly forget an ex. that person might linger in the back of their mind for years. love always transforms their worldview sooner or later.

sagittarius venus, 5th or 7th house in sagittarius, venus conjunct jupiter ♡ the kind of person who has many crushes at the same time. they see love as something exciting, something that can bring them happiness or adventure. they want a partner who will help them grow in every sense of the word. in love, they like to debate, to understand the world through the prism of their lover. they also like to travel, to discover an unknown world together. they appreciate meaningful discussions as well as shared laughter. even if they go through a difficult breakup, they remain positive because they know that the future always holds the best for them (sag venuses are naturally luckier than others in love). that’s why they seem to move on without any major problem. they can suffer but they NEVER see that as a fatality ! these natives see relationships and romantic breakups as life lessons meant to help them grow, nothing more. in general, they become better people after a break up.

capricorn venus, 5th or 7th house in capricorn, venus conjunct saturn ♡ definitely not the kind to fall in love within a second. they need an almost infinite amount of time to give you their full trust. for them, trust is earned; you have to work to obtain it. people with their venus in capricorn can go years without any romantic relationship, and usually, that suits them perfectly. these people are very independent and don't need to be in a relationship to be happy. in a relationship, they are very loyal because they themselves can’t stand any sort of betrayal. people with a capricorn venus treat their partner with devotion and seriousness, they are not the type to maintain relationships that will not last over time. they have a very soft side for people they care about! they don't show much but what they do show is more than enough to understand that they love and care for you. they have a lot of trouble verbally saying ‘i love you’.

aquarius venus, 5th or 7th house in aquarius, venus conjunct uranus ♡ misunderstood. it’s the first word that comes to my mind when i think of this placement. these people are hard to understand. they love electrifying relationships, relationships that are out of the ordinary because they hate routine. they can get into a relationship quickly, or on the contrary, take a long time before fully committing. i noticed that most of them tend to have had very brief relationships. these people intellectualize love a lot. physical appearance doesn’t really matters here. in fact, it’s kind of insignificant for them. they have trouble expressing what they like or want to their partner, so they distance themselves. aqua venus people are attracted to people who respect their need of indepence, they hate feeling restricted by someone. just like capricorn venus, they have a tendency to not say ‘i love you’ easily. they show love and attachment by sharing their biggest interests with you. their need for space will always take priority, sometimes even at the expense of the emotional bond. fun fact : i almost ALWAYS see it in the birth charts of gay/queer people (because uranus = non-conformity).

pisces venus, 5th or 7th house in pisces, venus conjunct neptune ♡ so sweet, i love them. they fall in love in seconds tho! 😭 they should definitely protect their hearts more. these people are the og daydreamers. i wonder what they would be without their imagination. they create many scenarios in their heads. they dream of their loved one and idealize them more than anyone else. even if they have known them for a short time. they will even tend to fall in love with the person they have imagined in their mind, not the actual person. people with venus in pisces believe strongly in love and put lots of faith in it. loving someone is almost a mystical thing for them; it’s spiritual, deep, sacred. but unfortunately, they tend to live relationships more in their heads than in real life. and when they decide to fully experience love, reality catches up to them real quick. their biggest flaw is that they give their complete trust, almost blindly. they have an incredibly high amount of faith in people and we simply can't blame them for that. they are capable of forgetting themselves, sacrificing themselves and exceeding their limits for love.

⊹ here is an example : i have my venus in sagittarius. i’m a very positive person when i love someone. it brings me a lot of happiness most of the time. this isolated placement might describe me as "frivolous". but my 5th house is in capricorn! i don’t jump from one relationship to another, i would actually hate doing that. i see love as something that must be concrete and taken seriously. i can’t accept someone wasting my time. i’m able to can cut ties easily if i feel like i'm not valued enough. however, my 7th house is in pisces so when i trust someone, i get head over heels quickly. i imagine living the perfect relationship and it makes me dream. sadly, sometimes i am disappointed by reality, i usually give my all to the people i really love ♡.

this new moon can be treated a little bit like a new year (although a lot of people do this when the sun goes into aries. it's obviously been there some time now, but the new moon is another type of fresh start.)

(If you don’t relate you may have Sagittarius Venus in sidereal, or your 5th or 7th house placements override the effects. Or you may have harsh aspects (square/opposite) to your Venus)

- prefer those who follow through on what they say they’ll do, repeated consistency matters more than any promises; value those who take commitments seriously and don’t waste time, not interested in “intentions” but watch if you show up when you say and if your actions match your claims

- they watch for how you handle your work, responsibilities, commitments and if any of those areas are too unstable to them their interest drops, they respect structure; they’re not here to see what “you become” but to see who you already are, so if it’s not visible it doesn’t count for them

- drawn to those who manage their emotions well and act with restraint rather than impulsiveness; they like emotional control not suppression, those who stay calm when pressured and who express their feelings clearly rather than dramatically…too much chaos feels like unnecessary risk to them

- they like people who handle their own life well, like being organized, capable, dependable…struggle isn’t necessarily a deal breaker but lack of effort is; discipline is very attractive to them, not in a flashy way but “you life is clearly in order” because chaos is seen as inefficient to them

- someone who has plans, ambitions, or their own sense of purpose is usually more attractive to them than someone who’s just drifting or uncertain with what they want to do

- they like people who help them in tangible ways, not just emotionally

- respect those who have clear boundaries and don’t overshare too quickly; they don’t like to rush attachment so if someone pushes for closeness too fast it often feels like pressure rather than genuine connection, meaning they look for consistent progress and earned intimacy with someone

i got a bunch of asks many, many months ago and got slammed w/ school really suddenly 😭 i feel bad i never got to them, so i figured i’d gather the notes here

sagittarius midheaven 17° - makes quite an impression! sagittarius is known for leaving a lasting impression on everyone without even trying, good or bad. 17 is a leo number btw, so there’s like a “big face” energy. likely to want a career that touches the masses, figuratively and literally. so that could be motivational speaker, a renowned professor, or even an internet personality; there is much, much potential in this placement.

aquarius sun 9th house - aquarius is big on networking, keeping connections, the conditions of humanity, and expanding the scope of their knowledge. 9th house is ruled by sagittarius and is known as the house of expansion. sometimes aquarians can be quite rigid in their perspectives, instead of leaning into their observant quality. i think this placement is definitely one of harmony and works to your advantage if you really lean into knowing that you know nothing & remember there is so much to learn/experience/ explore, if you’re open to it.

capricorn venus 8th house - a very serious placement, i’d go as far as to say that the only placement more “serious” than this would be scorpio venus 8th house. capricorn venus is quite stern in their standards and won’t adjust them for anyone. not to say that they’re unwilling to compromise, they’re just very practical people and won’t hang on if they feel like it’s not working. 8th house is ruled by scorpio, so capricorn is looking for a long-lasting, secure and intimate relationship.

virgo saturn in 4th house - definitely someone who is serious about creating a life for themselves - may even be an obsessive thing, like everything they do boils down to that. will be known for being hardworking and reliable at any job. may need to be careful not to overextend themselves in relationships and may also have partners who leave them feeling alone until they learn to choose people who give as much as they do.