Illustration MFA Visual Thesis Exhibitions

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"Foolish" Perseverance

"Foolish" Perseverance

Sixian Wang
  • 2023
  • Illustration (School of Graduate Studies)
  • Paintings (visual works)
I started learning how to draw when I was six years old. Even though I didn't get into a specialized art school and studied product design at a comprehensive university, I seemed to have no interest in modeling software. Drawing disappeared from my life for three years. I felt I had no talent. In my senior year, I took a course related to comics. Although it was an elective, it was the course I spent the most time and energy on. I was obsessed with it. The teacher told me not to imitate Western painting styles, but to explore many elements in China for innovation. It wasn't until then that I learned about the profession of illustration. So I found my goal. I want illustration to be my lifelong career.
Journey

Journey

Jessy Liu
  • 2023
  • Illustration (School of Graduate Studies)
  • Animations (visual works)
My work has always been about foxes. For me, the story of the fox is a projection of my own experience. The daily life of the foxes’ family is much like my own family… mandarin orange, which for me is a metaphor for warm and comforting. I have two enlightened parents and two naughty little twin brothers. So I can say that I grew up in a family full of love and companionship. I know that there is always a harbor behind me, so no matter how far away from home, I will never feel lonely. However, there are people unable to experience a warm home or someone to love. Sometimes, people are alone, friendless and helpless and even cold and harsh. I hope my work will plant a seed for a promising bright future for people who are struggling. The sun always shines after the clouds.