Acrylic and pencil on wood frame

30cm x 30cm

2024

(@yishiland)

25% of all sales will be donated to The Trussell Trust

Yishi completed her Master's degree in Fine Arts at Central Saint Martins in 2022 and  currently resides in London.  

Yishi's paintings capture the profound moments of human-animal encounters. These  scenes are not merely physical meetings but opportunities for mutual subjectivity and  understanding. Yishi contrasts the small and fragile human figures with the vast and  powerful presence of animals, reflecting her deep reverence for their spirit and strength.  

Her art is characterized by a warm and peaceful aura, aiming to create a sense of  tranquility and healing. The encounters across species can be more comforting and  empowering, as their innocent gazes allow one to directly face the beauty and vastness of  life. This dynamic highlights the animals' role in offering protection and serenity, inviting  viewers to reconsider the traditional boundaries between humans and animals. Animals  not just as beings to be dominated or tamed, but as powerful entities that shape our own  subjectivities and existences.  

Through her art, Yishi aspires to bridge the gap between humans and animals, drawing  attention to the sacred and symbiotic relationships that can exist. By feeling the presence  of these majestic creatures, she hopes to convey a sense of peace and reverence, offering  viewers a moment of healing and introspection under their protective gaze.