Wu Xinlin's 'Being with Myself' Series Redefines Solitude in Illustration
Illustrator Wu Xinlin, hailing from Wuhan, presents her series 'Being with Myself,' which redefines the concept of solitude by delving into self-awareness and emotional development through imaginative visuals and surreal changes. Among the striking visuals are a woman nurturing a garden from her head and two iterations of the same individual on swings. Additional artworks incorporate dominoes, celestial bodies, and fantastical landscapes, blending humor with tension. With over a decade of experience in visual design and an MA in illustration from Kingston University, Wu’s commercially informed pieces are conceptually robust. Her series includes award-winning works recognized in the 3x3 International Illustration Annual and licensed by the Australian magazine frankie, showcasing her unique voice and skill in conveying intricate emotions.
Key facts
- Wu Xinlin is a Chinese illustrator based in Wuhan.
- Her series 'Being with Myself' explores solitude as an active relationship with oneself.
- The series includes images such as a woman watering a garden from her head and two versions of a person on swings.
- Wu holds an MA in illustration from Kingston University.
- She has over ten years of experience in visual design and brand communication.
- Three pieces earned merit awards in the 3x3 International Illustration Annual and were featured by 3x3 Magazine.
- Another piece was licensed by Australian magazine frankie for an A3 pull-out poster.
- Visual threads in the series include women and girls, detailed interiors, moody blues, greens, lilacs, and cosmic elements.
Entities
Artists
- Wu Xinlin
Institutions
- Kingston University
- 3x3 International Illustration Annual
- 3x3 Magazine
- frankie
Locations
- Wuhan
- China
- Australia