Project 1. Self Portrait Series (2019)
When first arriving in Singapore, I put up a composed façade to conceal my panic when familiarising with its brand new culture. This series of self-portraits represents my process of reconciling with my dual identities as both a Chinese and a Singapore student.
Lingering Voices
Acrylic collage on A4 paper
A Tangle in the Vat
Watercolours and markers on A4 paper
Project 2. Poised and Posed (2019)
Inspired by the rhythm of Chinese Calligraphy, I attempted to use human figures to embody the meaning of those fascinating words. These Chinese characters are the inverted versions of “Vanity”, “Tranquility” and “Illusion”, from left to right respectively.
Digitally Manipulated images, with originals in color pencils on Paper (198 x 297 cm each)
Project 3. Up and Up (2019 )
A commentary on modern society’s high expectation of masculinity, with the word of encouragement, “Up”, forcibly imprinted onto their bleak outfits.
Charcoal and White Conté on A3 papers (black and white)
Project 4. Iconography of Faith (2019)
Inspired by the opening titles of TV series American Gods
An arrangement of ceremonial objects across different cultures, with an unexpected twist.
Angel for Humanity
Oil on A4 canvas
A depiction of a faceless doll figurine that resemble the archetype of angel on the floor.
Pedigree of God Oil on canvas,90x75cm
Project 6. Preparatory Sketches (2020)
Levitation à Mix Media (A5)
ß Prying Eyes
Charcoal on A3 paper
ßSleepless Nights
Colour pencils on paper, 420 x210 cm
Stranded Feet
Oil on A4 canvas
A series of observations and experimental ideas about my surroundings.
Project 6. A Little Life (2020)
Oil on canvas, 120x80 cm each installed on opposite walls in the corner of a room
Explore the wonder of lights and colors in the minutiae of lives. Inspired by the different modes of living back home and in a boarding school.
Project 7. < Interchange > ( 2019 )
A collaborative short film made on my trip to the Grand Central Terminal in New York
This Narrative piece responds to the theme “Hello, Goodbye”
A3 Story board (collage) Footage edited using Premiere pro. (attached under Optional Media File)
Project 9. Spiral Lantern
A lampshade for the torchlight of mobile phones
Dimension: 30X30X40 cm using rattan, wooden planks, acrylic sheets and cloths
Project 12. Juice lounge Bubble Cup ( 2020 )
• A juice lounge would be the perfect facility to bring a sense of liveliness to the otherwise dull campus
• A rhythmic shelter and staircase resembling conveyor belts
• Zen Corridor design that inspires tranquility and calmness.
• Umbrella design for the patio combined with features from local fruits such as Mangosteen and Rambutan.
• Paper model of a spiral staircase
Design Concept Map: Water Colour on A3 Paper
Wooden planks & sticks, paper and sewing pins 30x30x50cm
Project 10
Mini-Domicile Hamster Hotel
Tiny Entrances & Exits
As Occupied by Imagined Hamsters
Dimension: 4oX40X60 cm, using sculpey, Styrofoam box , foam core, reinforced with tapes to prevent biting
Giant Exhibition
Window
For the cover and divider design, I melded together the alternating skylines of Singapore and my hometown Guiyang, as well as the unique buildings in both places.
Thank You!
