2024 | Professional

French Design Awards Silver Winner

Seeking The Light Within

Entrant Company

Zi Rong Wang

Category

Conceptual Design - Technology

Client's Name

Country / Region

Taiwan

The innovative digital design project "Seeking The Light Within" was crafted by a talented student at Taipei Digital Experimental High School during his sophomore year. The project was inspired by the individual journeys of self-discovery that high school students, specifically those aged 16 and 17, undergo. At the heart of the project is a captivating feline protagonist named "Frizzy," who embarks on a transformative odyssey, weaving through a series of captivating scenes that represent the process of exploration and personal growth. Throughout the narrative, Frizzy's interactions with characters such as "Know How" and "Know That" delve into profound themes of self-discovery. The deliberately open-ended conclusion of the video not only allows viewers to witness the protagonist's evolving perspective but also aims to provoke introspection and ignite the courage to face life's challenges in the audience's own lives.

The tale commences with Frizzy, a feline protagonist, embarking on a captivating journey into uncharted territory. It delves into the protagonist's complex nature, portraying a character who grapples with anxiety and timidity yet possesses an insatiable curiosity and thirst for adventure. Initially, Frizzy traverses an array of settings, ranging from mundane locales to fantastical, abstract realms. These scenes vividly illustrate the protagonist's inner turmoil, encapsulating feelings of peculiarity, isolation, conflict, and perseverance. The abstract ink painting serves as a poignant representation of Frizzy's quest for self-discovery. Ultimately, the story culminates as Frizzy returns home, symbolizing a harmonious reunion with his inner self and a newfound sense of enlightenment. The open-ended conclusion encourages viewers to chart their own paths of self-exploration, imbuing the narrative with a rich, personalized depth.

This stunning piece of art was meticulously crafted using the Procreate graphic software. Accompanied by ethereal music, the artwork narrates a captivating journey of self-discovery and healing. The composition skillfully integrates lines, color blocks, Chinese paintings, and calligraphy to vividly portray the protagonist's intricate world of reality, the unknown, and the inner realm.

Credits

Taipei Digital Experimental High School
Zi Rong Wang
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