(This poster design was created as part of an assignment during my residency at SVA, featuring I-MEI Foods Co., Ltd.. All rights and ownership of the brand’s logos and trademarks belong solely to I-MEI Foods Co., Ltd..)

Have you ever turned to alcohol when feeling overwhelmed by emotions?

I have.

There was a time when I would drown myself in dopamine, chasing a fleeting buzz to escape emotions, only to wake up with the worst hangover and problems that didn’t just magically disappear.

This illustration captures the illusion of escapism I once believed only alcohol could offer.

Inspired by "Every Breath You Take" by The Police, this illustration delves into the obsessive nature of the human psyche.

Inspired by the myth of Narcissus where Narcissus sees his reflection in a pool of water and dies of starvation while he falls hopelessly in love with himself, this illustration captures the constant scrutiny and distorted self-perception that come from frequently looking in the mirror.

This illustration captures the sense of emptiness and longing that can follow intimate encounters without real emotional connection. It evokes the feeling of having lost a piece of oneself, emphasizing the quiet ache that lingers in the absence of deeper bonds.

In this artwork, I explore the theme of reconnecting with my inner child by depicting myself and my inner child as dolls having a tea party inside my favorite childhood toy, Polly Pocket. It symbolizes the process of revisiting and embracing the qualities, emotions, and perspectives that were prevalent during childhood.

Mind over body, or being left behind?

I have been having trouble sleeping lately so I wanted to illustrate my nighttime experience with Zzzquil, where my body ostensibly wanders in outer space but my mind struggles to follow, racing with thoughts and unable to fully settle.

I created this illustration for my dad on Father’s Day in 2021. In the illustration, my dad is surrounded by cactuses shaped like middle fingers, symbolizing the negativity and challenges of the world. Despite this, he remains calm and composed, seated in a UFO that resembles a record player, emphasizing music as his ultimate refuge.

I created this drawing as part of the Shaketember challenge by Shake Bristol, with the prompt “chains.” The illustration delves into the theme of overthinking, portraying how my brain often becomes my worst enemy. The chains symbolize the inescapable nature of these mental struggles, highlighting the feeling of being trapped within my own mind. This piece reflects the internal battle of overthinking and the deep desire to break free from the cycle of negative thoughts.

This illustration captures the sense of emptiness and longing that can follow intimate encounters without real emotional connection. It evokes the feeling of self-disclosure, emphasizing the quiet ache that lingers in the absence of deeper bonds.

We all know the rules to the well-known Crocodile Dentist game. You pick a tooth, press it down with your finger and the player who gets their fingers chomped loses and gets kicked out of the game. Same rule applies to toxic patterns in love and relationships when you choose people who don’t choose you back.
When you don’t know which tooth is right for you, you won’t stop until you find the right one, even if it suggests getting hurt every single time you try.

這個作品的靈感是來自於小時後玩的Crocodile Dentist遊戲，我們明明知道把手有很大的機會會被夾到，卻還是自願把手指伸進去鱷魚的嘴巴裡。就像在感情裡一樣，明明知道卸下心房可能會讓自己受傷，卻還是會想抱著希望還有好奇心的去試試看。

They say that at the last moment of your existence, you see your life flashes before your eyes. Is the moment before death the only time we can see ourselves as a whole?