Yuanyuan Wang

Yuanyuan Wang (b. 1997, Beijing)

Chinese, Currently study in London.

Royal College of Art, MA Painting (2021-2023)

University of Arts London, Camberwell College of Arts, BA Illustration (2016-2019)

E-mail: yuanyuanwang1023@gmail.com

@ Ins: yuanyuan3104

My artwork ventures into the realms of psychology, using animals or body parts as symbolic representations that are placed within natural environments but in unconventional, disconcerting forms. Through the depiction of broken, scarred flesh evoking artificial pain, I delve into the depths of the human psyche, unearthing themes of trauma, vulnerability, and the paradoxical allure of discomfort. These distorted images serve as a visual language for my inner subconscious, an exploration of the shadows that reside within my mind.

Within the canvas, I navigate the delicate interplay between conscious and subconscious realms. While my conscious mind often resists the concepts of pain and anxiety, I recognize their intrinsic presence in my life. The juxtaposition of shattered flesh alongside thriving plants serves as a psychological equilibrium, a fusion that reconciles the duality of my thoughts and emotions. It is within this convergence that the unsettling violence finds a certain semblance of reason and organic harmony.

By delving into the depths of the human experience, my art invites viewers to confront their own psychological landscapes. It is through the exploration of discomfort and the acknowledgment of mortality that we gain a deeper understanding of our own fragility and resilience. These symbolic portrayals encourage introspection, raising questions about the nature of existence, the complexities of the human mind, and the intricate relationship between beauty and darkness.

In essence, my art becomes a psychological tapestry, weaving together the threads of consciousness and the subconscious, inviting viewers to explore the multifaceted nature of their own inner worlds and to embrace the inherent contradictions that shape our human experience.