My concentration focuses on expressing and exploring the global issues that plague our society through simple illustrations. I want my pieces to tell a story that expresses complex concepts in a lighter way, making them accessible and relatable for people of all ages.
Through children’s book illustrations, I address global issues we often ignore but I feel need attention.
I highlight the damage our careless lifestyle has caused the environment and emphasize to future generations that we should put more care into preserving and protecting the environment (3, 4, 5, 6, and 9).
In #3, I use contrast between the blank space and wall to emphasize its meaning: that our path is going to lead to the impending and continuous extinction of many animals. In #5, I look at deforestation and how nature impacts childhood. In #6 I address a controversial topic—plastic pollution—and how interconnected small choices—like using straw—are with everything in the natural world. In #10, I use a water dispenser, depicted as the world, to represent global water resources. I acknowledge the tragedy of the commons—where we take advantage of natural resources.
I also address human rights issues that heavily contribute to global controversies. I encourage young people to vote and feel empowered to have their voices heard (), how the divide between developed and undeveloped nations can affect quality of life (9). We often don’t consider where our goods come from or what it takes to make and get them to us. Sweatshops and child labor are real issues we sweep under the rug.
Through children’s book illustrations, I address global issues we often ignore but I feel need attention.
I highlight the damage our careless lifestyle has caused the environment and emphasize to future generations that we should put more care into preserving and protecting the environment (3, 4, 5, 6, and 9).
In #3, I use contrast between the blank space and wall to emphasize its meaning: that our path is going to lead to the impending and continuous extinction of many animals. In #5, I look at deforestation and how nature impacts childhood. In #6 I address a controversial topic—plastic pollution—and how interconnected small choices—like using straw—are with everything in the natural world. In #10, I use a water dispenser, depicted as the world, to represent global water resources. I acknowledge the tragedy of the commons—where we take advantage of natural resources.
I also address human rights issues that heavily contribute to global controversies. I encourage young people to vote and feel empowered to have their voices heard (), how the divide between developed and undeveloped nations can affect quality of life (9). We often don’t consider where our goods come from or what it takes to make and get them to us. Sweatshops and child labor are real issues we sweep under the rug.