Illustration
Shuyan primarily works on illustrations for books, and largely in the tradition of turn-of-the-century children's books. Her interest in literature plays an important part in the making of her images. She draws from existing stories as well as tales of her own, preferring ornaments and practicality alike.
The Decameron | 2024 | watercolor
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The Tragical History of the Life and Death of Doctor Faustus | 2024 | watercolor
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Aurora Leigh, Eighth Book | 2022 | ink
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The March of the Black Queen | 2023 | ink, watercolor
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King John, Act. IV sc. i | 2023 | ink![]()
The March of the Black Queen | 2023 | ink, watercolor
King John, Act. IV sc. i | 2023 | ink
Kousa Dogwood | 2022 | pen, watercolor
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Act. II sc. i | 2022 | ink![]()
The Fliers of Gy | 2023 | pen, watercolor
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Act. II sc. i | 2022 | ink
The Fliers of Gy | 2023 | pen, watercolor
Thumbelina | 2022 | ink
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Little Red | 2022 | ink, watercolor![]()
The Happy Prince | 2019 | pen
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Little Red | 2022 | ink, watercolor
The Happy Prince | 2019 | pen
