Blue Neighbourhood
Blue Neighbourhood

Photography

Blue Neighbourhood

A lot of things happened growing up in this neighbourhood. However, there is one thing that rarely changed; Seated in the car, and seeing the blue building behind the dripping rain. It is a safe place to stay and rest.

Colours & Doodles
Colours & Doodles

Photography

Colours & Doodles

Vibrant tones and packed drawings represent an energetic quality and enjoyment of the creative process. These photos combine digital editing with hand-drawn techniques. Each image is packed with saturated colours; Selected few have drawn details... More

flos (Music Cover)
flos (Music Cover)

Video

flos (Music Cover)

R Sound Design’s “flos” incorporates floral analogies, like season, blossom and wither with themes of relationship, wish and dream. This solo project involves singing, audio editing, storyboarding, drawing and timing. The cover follows the... More

Hexa Box
Hexa Box

Crafts

Hexa Box

These origami boxes house one of Macau’s popular snacks, almond cakes. They go through a handmade process, similar to almond cake production. Geometrical form ensures stability and security; Tile-inspired imagery covers the exterior, alternating... More

Lotile (Postcards)
Lotile (Postcards)

Print

Lotile (Postcards)

A series of cards that takes the square card designs and repeats them across the composition. Similar to the walls covered with patterned tiles, such as outside a school or inside a local cafe. Whether for gifting or displaying, these act as... More

Lotile (Square Cards)
Lotile (Square Cards)

Mixed Media

Lotile (Square Cards)

Inspired by a common architectural element in Macau: square tiles. There are Portuguese ceramic tile walls and patterned floors at cold drink houses. Symmetrical blue and white patterns are regularly used at conventions to represent Macau and... More

Lotus Pocket
Lotus Pocket

Crafts

Lotus Pocket

Symmetrical composition, patterns and M Lotus remain in this red pocket series. These are given out during special occasions and holidays like Lunar New Year. Macau celebrates Western and Eastern holidays; Lunar New Year being one of them;... More

M Lotus
M Lotus

Graphic Design

M Lotus

A representational identity form that references the lotus. It has similar elements to the Macanese flag, such as the symmetrical floral form and the curved star arrangement. There are rhythm, layering, and organic qualities. It features the same... More

omlo
omlo

Graphic Design

omlo

A collaboration with Tatianna Byrne developing a menstrual product line and brand which offers tampons, pads, and liners. All products come in a tuck box for secure closure and storage. Unlike the overloaded compositions and feminine imagery in... More

Promensil Menopause Medication (Packaging Redesign)
Promensil Menopause Medication (Packaging Redesign)

Graphic Design

Promensil Menopause Medication (Packaging Redesign)

Collaborating with Tatianna Byrne, this Promensil packaging redesign improves reliability by simplifying visuals and reorganizing textual elements. Unified vector graphics inform the user about the medication; Bright colour cues correspond to each... More

Temptations Adult Cat Treats (Packaging Redesign)
Temptations Adult Cat Treats (Packaging Redesign)

Graphic Design

Temptations Adult Cat Treats (Packaging Redesign)

Collaborating with Tatianna Byrne, this redesign gives Temptations a more modern style. It keeps pre-existing elements, so it will not alienate from the original brand identity and loyal customers, such as the cat mascot, language and colour... More

This is Home
This is Home

Crafts

This is Home

This hand-made card series with cut-outs series portrays comforting connotations of home through shapes such as thought bubbles, window frames, and Chinese characters. These can contain a wide range of visuals, whether it is a specific location,... More

TIS 2018-2019 Yearbook Divider
TIS 2018-2019 Yearbook Divider

Illustration

TIS 2018-2019 Yearbook Divider

A full-spread illustration for The International School of Macao 2018-2019 Yearbook; Inspired by the motto and aspects of the school community, detailed drawings and colours cover the page; Doodle-style illustrations reference topics such as... More

Troubled Thoughts
Troubled Thoughts

Photography

Troubled Thoughts

One of the projects from IB Visual Arts Curatorial Practice, themed ‘Forbidden’. It looks at the toxicity of social media and its influence on expectations of one’s appearance, prompting unhealthy thoughts and seeking the so-called ‘ideal look’;... More

Your Journey in the Unfamiliar
Your Journey in the Unfamiliar

Animation

Your Journey in the Unfamiliar

A short animation showing a character entering, experiencing and recovering from homesickness in a new and unfamiliar environment. It outlines stages of the ‘homesicked’ experience through colour symbolism and the journey is divided into distinct... More

Work by

Caitlyn Gui

“As an active and curious creator, I regularly seek and refine techniques in traditional mediums and digital practices. Whether in handling printed matter or image editing. I wish to spark joy and...” [More]