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2025 | Science & Technology | New Talent
  • pronoun
    She/her
  • Why did you create this work?
    This uncommissioned triptych explores the evolving virtual realm. A vivid palette brings the digital world to life, while an isometric layout emphasizes its distance from reality. One panel shows a kiss with a robot, symbolizing AI bonds; another features a girl at a crossroads, reflecting choices in virtual reality.
  • How were your illustrations used?
    This piece was created as part of a course project at the University of the Arts London. It served as an artistic exploration of the evolving relationship between humanity and virtual reality, using vivid visuals and symbolic storytelling. The triptych was presented in academic critiques and exhibitions, showcasing its conceptual depth and creative execution within the context of the course.
  • What materials and techniques did you use?
    Digital animated illustrations created on Procreate
  • Was this project commissioned?
    Un-commissioned
  • Commissioner Company
    N/A
  • College / University
    University of the Arts London
  • Course and graduation date
    Illustration and Visual Media, 2022
  • Personal Website or Portfolio Link
    cindyqiaolinsun.com/
  • Instagram
    @cindyqiaolinsun
  • Biography
    I’m an illustrator and visual artist based between Hong Kong and New York. Rooted in my Chinese heritage and shaped by global experiences, my work explores identity, cultural intersections, and the human experience, weaving personal stories into imaginative, layered visual narratives.
  • Where are you currently based?
    United States of America (USA)
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