Weiyi Yan, first an Illustrator,
then a Brand Designer,
Shenzhen-based. Read More



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Guide Me By the Waves

Graphic Novel
3x3 International Illustration No.20, Merit
Hiii 9th Illustration, Merit
2022

Created during the isolation period of the year 2021 pandemic, telling a tale of pursuing inner freedom. It revolves around a young girl diagnosed with autism who faces a canvas on her desk, where she diligently writes her thoughts and knowledge about the world depicted in her beach oil painting, pouring all her emotions into it. One day, the artwork miraculously transforms into reality, beckoning her to step inside.

The girl witnesses the previously penned details coming alive in the painted world. Overwhelmed with wonder, she decides to remain within the canvas, becoming an integral part of the utopia she had crafted, all in search of her profound inner freedom.



Fly

Art Direction | Storyboard Design | Stop-motion Animation
c. FIT MFA Illustration 2025’ Group Project: Weiyi Yan, Siqi Gao, Chengxin Liang, Sijia Huang.
2023



CREDITS.
Storyboard Concept: Weiyi, Siqi
Animatic/Props/Animators:  All members
Art Direction: Weiyi
Character Design: Siqi
Script Supervisor: Chengxin
Hand Model: Sijia
Lighting: Sijia, Chengxin
Camera Setup: Sijia, Chengxin
Stage Setup: Siqi, Weiyi
Video Editing: Weiyi
Lyrics Translation: Weiyi, Chengxin
Subtitle Editing: Sijia
Original Song & Lyrcis: ilem 赤羽 《苍蝇》The story was inspired by an existing song that depicts the lifestyle of a fly, which metaphorically represents an individual’s life and personality.

This group project allowed us to explore stop-motion animation techniques while experiencing the charm of collaborative teamwork.

By exclusively using environmentally friendly materials, the group was able to manage the entire project in a more sustainable manner, exploring the artistic potential of discarded items. From an economic perspective, the project was completed on a minimal budget, while also providing a fun and creative experience in designing characters and props throughout the process.

Preanimatic Storyboards
Sketches VS Final View
Animatic Direction (Credits Section)


Hong Yin: The Charming Sound of Dunhuang 敦煌·鸿音

Mural Illustration
5th International Prize Leonardo Da Vinci, Finalist
2022


Fei Tian, a revered figure born from the fusion of Buddhist and Taoist cultures, is a divine being roaming the Western Pure Land, often seen beside the Buddha, listening to teachings and meditating in the Buddha's radiance. However, the origin of Fei Tian and the trials endured in the desert before becoming immortal remain largely unknown.
Acrylic, Color Ink, Pencil on 3 Canvases | 236.22’’ × 39.37 ‘’ (6m x 1m)


Left Side.
In ancient times, Dunhuang was a vast desert, devoid of life amidst the rolling yellow sands, which surged like ocean waves, earning the name "Sea of Misery." Over time, the desert attained a Buddha-like nature. Deep within this Sea of Misery, an eye of the heavens opened, witnessing the desolation of all things and feeling profound sorrow, it shed tears. These tears transformed into fish, born without eyes, with fins and tails resembling ribbons, swimming beneath the yellow sands. As the tears of the heavenly eye, they were born with a devotion to Buddha, and from the moment of their creation, they spent their lives swimming towards the Mogao Caves, yearning to worship and accomplish the celestial beings.

On their journey, they should endure three trials.The first trial is the Trial of the Five Elements, a natural test of their innate resilience. With metal represents sand and stones, wood represents thorns, water represents cold nights, fire represents the scorching sun, and earth represents the Ghost City, the spiritual fish must endure the scraping of sand, the entanglement of thorns, the coldn of polar nights, the burning of the scorching sun, and the dangerous labyrinth of the Ghost City.Middle Part.
The second trial is to overcome greed, anger, and ignorance. As the fish cross the Sea of Desire, serpent demons, symbolizing greed and desire, transform into Buddhas or naked women, tempting the wavering them to leap out of the desert and fall into the flames of evil thoughts, making some of them nearly impossible to transcend.Right Side.
The third trial is the illusion of the shattered Baoxiang flower. In Buddhism, the Baoxiang flower symbolizes purity and nobility. Still, the illusion of broken flowers constantly hints at the falsity and peril of Buddhist teachings. Only those who remain devout and unwavering can break through the illusion, navigate the maze, and successfully pass the trial. Upon finally reaching the Buddha Pavilion of the Mogao Caves, they pass through the lotus flower beneath the Buddha's seat in the radiance of Buddha's light. After crossing, their fins transform into silk, their tails into garments, and they attain relics, becoming Fei Tian.

All beings navigate the Sea of Misery, but only those who remain devout and maintain their true essence can achieve greatness.




FIT CSSA Orientation Pack

Graphic Design
collaborated with Fashion Institute of Technology X FIT Chinese Students & Scholars Association
2024

Tote Bag X Luggage Tag X Club Business Card

A tote bag project created for the Chinese Students and Scholars Association to welcome new incoming Chinese students during the orientation meeting in China. The design combines the iconic FIT classic tiger logo with a palette of deep blue and vibrant red.

The pattern is crafted to be both simple and elegant, ensuring that the necessary information is clearly displayed, aiming to provide a warm and memorable welcome to new students, symbolizing both the heritage and the modern spirit of the institution. This version aims to enhance clarity and readability while emphasizing the design’s purpose and significance.

The second version utilizes a black and white color scheme for a more structured and orderly appearance. The minimalist design, emphasized through a framework structure, highlights the technical focus of the institution. The neutral visual language makes it more versatile and less academic, appealing to a broader audience.