2026 Submissions
Rhetorical Landscape
Rhetorical Landscape is a series of literal interpretations of three idioms—Barking Up the Wrong Tree, Curiosity Killed the Cat, and To Stir Up a Hornet's Nest—and a story formed by connecting them.
There Is Still Time
I wanted to convey with my drawing the space someone feels as if they’re in when experiencing social anxiety; a claustrophobic, solitary and harsh environment.
Creature of Thought
Do you ever get so lost in your mind that it feels like nothing else exists?
Fifty-One Stories
This collection of artist trading cards captures a series of miniature snapshots consisting of portraits, emotions, symbols, and moments of creative play.
Breaking Free
Breaking Free expresses not being able to reach your goals because of setbacks or being physically restricted.
The Ski Queen
This artwork is inspired by Eileen Gu (谷爱凌), a champion skier representing China, whom I admire for her intelligence, perseverance, and dedication.
Eastern Dragon
I made this piece of artwork two years ago, and it was the first time I had experimented with making a dragon that was not western-based.
Cardboard Knight Close Helmet
Over 9 days, this piece was created from 2 cardboard boxes, glue, and a lot of tape.
The Catcher in the Rye
The artwork was a visual representation of the events and messages in the book The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger.
Decay of Opulence
This piece explores the fragility of financial security, depicting a memory of abundance slowly consumed by time and decay.
Carnations
I created this piece for my Portuguese teacher who showed me what an everyday citizen can do when fighting for their dreams.
Tranquil Canyon
This Chinese Painting, Tranquil Canyon is created using traditional techniques used to portray expansive and vast landscapes.
猫の目 (The Cat's Eyes)
「猫の目」 (Neko no me), or “The Cat’s Eyes” in English, is a three-page manga (Japanese-style comic) short story about a cynical cat and a bullied child with a vast capacity for kindness.