Jiangxi Illustrated Illustrationsserie by Wang Ying

Jiangxi Illustrated Illustrationsserie by Wang Ying is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 A' Design Award i Järn in Grafik-, Illustrations- och Visuell Kommunikationsdesign Competition Category.

JärnGrafik· 2024

Jiangxi Illustrated Illustrationsserie

by Wang Ying

Client: Northeastern University of China

A' Design Award i Järn Winner in Grafik Category

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The Design

About Jiangxi Illustrated Illustrationsserie

Jiangxi Illustrated är en serie digitala illustrationer om den lokala kulturen i Jiangxi, Kina. Illustrationerna presenterar regionala landskap, folklore och traditioner i en modern visuell stil. Linjeteckningarna skapades i Procreate, och färgläggningen genomfördes i Photoshop. Varje bild mäter 3600 gånger 3600 pixlar vid 300 dpi i RGB-färg. Serien förenar traditionella kulturella teman med samtida illustrationsmetoder. Syftet är att öka allmänhetens uppskattning av Jiangxis kulturarv och att stödja dess bevarande.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award i Järn

Jiangxi Illustrated Illustrationsserie är vinnare av A' Design Award i Järn, ett prestigefyllt erkännande som tilldelas bra designverk som uppfyller de professionella och industriella krav som förväntas av välgjorda skapelser. Järnvinnare visar stor skicklighet, hög specialisering, expertförståelse och skaparnas kreativa förmåga. Jiangxi Illustrated Illustrationsserie förväntas vara en högt skattad, beundrad och älskad skapelse som är praktisk och innovativ. Detta vinnande verk i A' Design Award i Järn integrerar branschens bästa praxis och har kompetenta tekniska egenskaper kopplade till kunnande och talang. Jiangxi Illustrated Illustrationsserie respekteras för sin grundlighet och är utformat för att åstadkomma förbättringar av livskvaliteten som hjälper till att göra världen till en bättre plats.

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.