Chanthaburi in the rain (2023) Painting by Shoujie Sun

My journey as an artist began in Zürich, Switzerland, a world away from my birthplace in Xi'an, China. While studying there, I discovered my passion for sketching and joined a group of fellow amateur artists. We would gather in a cozy café, capturing the essence of the city, the bustling people, and even each other through our sketches. It wasn't long before I received a thoughtful gift of watercolor paints, which propelled me to take my art seriously. 

Lausanne signaled the start of a new phase in my artistic voyage. The city's breathtaking beauty served as a constant source of inspiration, compelling me to tirelessly capture its essence through my paintbrush. I frequented the drawing club at the University of Lausanne, dedicating myself to refining my skills and perfecting my technique. Along this journey, I had the extraordinary opportunity to immerse myself in the captivating works of contemporary French and Italian comic artists such as Nicolas de Crécy and Andrea Serio. Their art truly broadened my horizons and made me realize the limitless potential that drawing still possesses in an era dominated by photography and videos.

My wife and I have fully embraced the adventurous life of backpackers, constantly journeying through the muddy roads of Southeast and Central Asia. Inside our trusty backpacks, you'll find a collection of dirty clothes outnumbering the clean ones, our laptops, and of course, my beloved watercolor paints and papers. Drawing has become an integral part of my travel experience, a way to capture the essence of each place we visit. I also began to take small drawing commissions from the internet. Some of my drawings serve as a visual documentation of our travels. While photos and videos are great, they tend to confine our memories to specific moments frozen in time. Drawings, on the other hand, offer a detached perspective, allowing our memories to remain fluid. I relish the power to manipulate reality in my drawings, yet I strive for honesty and authenticity in each work. I firmly believe that the human experience is interconnected, and that my drawings can resonate with others, adding meaning to their lives.

• Nationality: CHINA
• Date of birth : 1993
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• Groups: Chinese Contemporary Artists