Jiangxi Illustrated Serija ilustracij by Wang Ying

Jiangxi Illustrated Serija ilustracij by Wang Ying is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Železna nagrada A' Design Award in Grafično oblikovanje, ilustracija in vizualna komunikacija Competition Category.

ŽeleznaGrafika· 2024

Jiangxi Illustrated Serija ilustracij

by Wang Ying

Client: Northeastern University of China

Železna nagrada A' Design Award Winner in Grafika Category

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The Design

About Jiangxi Illustrated Serija ilustracij

Jiangxi Illustrated je serija digitalnih ilustracij o lokalni kulturi province Jiangxi na Kitajskem. Ilustracije prikazujejo regionalne pokrajine, ljudsko izročilo in tradicije v sodobnem vizualnem slogu. Linijske risbe so bile najprej ustvarjene v aplikaciji Procreate, barvanje pa je bilo dokončano v programu Photoshop. Vsaka slika meri 3600 x 3600 slikovnih pik pri 300 dpi v RGB barvnem prostoru. Serija povezuje tradicionalne kulturne teme s sodobnimi ilustratorskimi metodami. Cilj je povečati javno cenjenje kulturne dediščine Jiangxija in podpreti njeno ohranjanje.

The Recognition

About the Železna nagrada A' Design Award

Jiangxi Illustrated Serija ilustracij je prejemnik Železne nagrade A' Design Award, prestižnega priznanja, ki se podeljuje dobrim oblikovanjem, ki izpolnjujejo profesionalne in industrijske zahteve, pričakovane od dobro zasnovanih stvaritev. Prejemniki Železne nagrade kažejo veliko spretnost, visoko specializacijo, strokovno razumevanje in ustvarjalne zmožnosti svojih ustvarjalcev. Od Jiangxi Illustrated Serija ilustracij se pričakuje, da bo visoko cenjena, občudovana in ljubljena stvaritev, ki je praktična in inovativna. To oblikovanje, nagrajeno z Železno nagrado A' Design Award, vključuje najboljše prakse panoge in ima kompetentne tehnične lastnosti, povezane s strokovnim znanjem in talentom. Zaradi svoje temeljitosti si Jiangxi Illustrated Serija ilustracij zasluži spoštovanje in je zasnovan tako, da zagotavlja izboljšave kakovosti življenja, ki pomagajo narediti svet boljši kraj.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: The work uniquely intertwines Jiangxi's rich cultural connotations with modern illustration techniques, creating a visually striking expression of Jiangxi's local culture. This endeavor isn't just about preserving the past; it's about revitalizing it for the present and future. The illustrations serve as ambassadors, igniting a renewed love and appreciation for Jiangxi's cultural legacy while inspiring a commitment to its preservation.
Dimensions & Packaging: 3600 x 3600 pixels, 300dpi, RGB.
Tags: Chinese Culture, Jiangxi, Illustration, Commercial Illustration, Cultural Fusion, Digital Artistry
Production Technology: The series of illustrations was created using Photoshop and Procreate software. Procreate software is primarily responsible for drafting and creating line drawings, while Photoshop is mainly used for coloring. The full utilization of the characteristics of both software programs results in beautifully detailed illustrations.
Design Challenge: The primary creative hurdle in the design process arises from cultural transformation. It involves integrating traditional Jiangxi local culture with modern illustration technology to ensure that the resulting form possesses both contemporary aesthetics and cultural resonance. Maintaining a balance between cultural preservation and innovation is crucial, necessitating consideration of how to preserve the original essence of the work while infusing it with freshness and distinctiveness.
Research: The study investigates how modern illustration techniques can enhance appreciation for Jiangxi's local culture and advocate for its preservation. Employing a multidisciplinary approach, it explores the fusion of traditional Jiangxi culture with contemporary illustration practices, identifies resonant themes, and examines the potential of illustrations in promoting local culture.
Inspiration: The design inspiration draws from Jiangxi's rich cultural tapestry, blending tradition with modernity to create captivating illustrations. Each stroke on the digital canvas serves as a portal to Jiangxi's landscapes, folklore, and vibrant traditions, bridging the gap between past and present. Age-old narratives are reimagined to breathe new life into Jiangxi's heritage, sparking curiosity and excitement, attracting more people to join the team of Jiangxi cultural heritage.
Project Duration: The project started in December 2022 in Jiangxi, China, was completed in June 2023 in Liaoning, China, and was exhibited at the undergraduate graduation design exhibition of Northeastern University in China in June 2023.
Operation Flow: Using modern illustrations to evoke audience appreciation for Jiangxi's culture and ignite awareness in protecting its cultural heritage.
Image Credits: Image #1 : Illustration Wang Ying 2023.
Image #2 : Illustration Wang Ying 2023.
Image #3 : Illustration Wang Ying 2023.
Image #4 : Illustration Wang Ying 2023.
Image #5 : Illustration Wang Ying 2023.