Jeanie Lui

Symbols express what words cannot

Poster design for "UNPACKING PANDEMIC PONDERING: STRAIN, STRESS, AND SUBVERSION". A collaborative creation project among OCAD University, University of Manitoba, and Gallery 1313.

“Symbol is a token, an object broken into twain. It interprets thoughts, objects or pictures. We focus on daily reality; gradually neglect the fun of fantasy. In the process of express art therapy; therapist leads us to create happy thoughts and perceptions. It is an escape and outlet for stressful life. The COVID-19 pandemic is not a norm. It is a trauma; human brain chooses the negative thoughts over the positive. Expressive art helps the healing of the post-pandemic trauma. ”