2025 | Editorial
| New Talent
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She/Her - Why did you create this work?
I created this work to explore the complexities of love and connection through a ukiyo-e–inspired lens. My parents, on the left, reflect harmony despite distance, unified by shared understanding. In contrast, the right couple, though physically close, are emotionally divided. This piece reflects how belief and perspective shape intimacy, closeness, and dissonance. - How were your illustrations used?
This illustration was used as a submission in my art portfolio. It won a Gold Key in the Printmaking category in the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards 2023. - What materials and techniques did you use?
Relief printmaking techniques were used to make these illustrations: rubber carving, paint gradient rolling, etc. Multiple copies of different colours and line weights were made in the process. - Was this project commissioned?
Un-commissioned - College / University
Rhode Island School of Design - Course and graduation date
Bachelors of Illustration graduating in 2027 - Personal Website or Portfolio Link
clairehua.com/
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@claiirehua @cc0c.o - Biography
Claire Kexin Hua, born in Tianjin, China, immigrated to Markham, Canada as a child. She attended Holy Trinity High School and is currently studying Illustration at the Rhode Island School of Design, with plans to graduate in 2027. Her work explores drawing as both historical record and revolutionary act, blending media, literature, sustainability, social justice, and interdisciplinary ideas. - Where are you currently based?
Canada
