Faculty of Design
Illustration
Meet the Designer
Xiaotong
Zhang
Illustration
“"Everything is stardust" It conveys that the concerns and pressures we face in our lives are insignificant when we contemplate the fascinating knowledge about the universe, urging us to release our fixation on mundane matters and entanglements.”
Xiaotong Zhang, a freelance illustrator hailing from China and currently residing in Toronto. Xiaotong's diverse illustration styles range from thick-painted realism to retro planes and graininess. She employs tools such as Procreate, oil painting, and Adobe Illustrator in his creative process.Xiaotong's focus lies in the narrative and profound implications of illustrations. Through her artwork, she aspires to delve into and shed light on various social issues and contemporary human emotions. Drawing inspiration from Oriental art, culture, human emotions, and societal challenges, Xiaotong enjoys crafting illustrations with enigmatic metaphors and evocative emotions.
2024, OCAD University Grad Ex 109
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