Qinyu Lin
CYCLE SERIES
Size: 444mm*597mm
Medium: Clay, Paper, Plastic Bags, Wool, Yarn, Acrylic Paint, LED Lights, Paper, Colored pencils
Creation Date: September, 2023
01
Choice
This painting is part of my “Cycle Series”. With coloured pencils, I portrayed the choices people make and the consequences they face across different times and places. It marks the beginning of a painful cycle experienced by a girl, illustrating how individuals awaken their kindness from within. From bottom to top, the artwork reveals the emergence of humanity's better nature. When no one lends a helping hand, tragedies unfold, much like the wreckage of a vehicle after an explosion. But when people come together, they have the power to prevent unfavourable outcomes. It's a reminder that unity can change the course of events, breaking the cycle of despair.
02
Indifference
This painting is a poignant piece from my “Cycle series”. With coloured pencils, I’ve captured the essence of each character and scene. Beneath the shadow of an imminent bomb, every person averts their eyes, adopting a cold, uncaring stance. Even the vehicles on the bridge rush by, indifferent to the impending disaster, unveiling the darker facets of human nature. Amidst a vibrant palette, the striking red explosion barrel commands attention, while the urgent yellow signs heighten the sense of impending doom.
03
Attack Point
This painting belongs to the “Cycle series”, where I used coloured pencils to portray a sinister middle-aged woman within a room tangled with wires and explosives materials. The scene resonates with an unsettling tension, foretelling an impending mystery. The composition is a labyrinth of complexity; wires and pipes weave in a dance of chaos, evoking a palpable sense of oppression and suspense. In this enigmatic setting, viewers are compelled to ponder the woman's intentions, shrouded in the cryptic ambience of the room. What secrets does she hold, and what enigmatic purpose drives her amidst the intertwining threads of destiny?
04
Difficulty
This painting is part of my “Cycle series”, depicting a scene of escape using coloured pencils. After surviving an explosion, the boy and the girl fall into a deep silence, caught between protecting themselves or returning to the train to save others in the loop of time. Both wear expressions of intense contemplation, showcasing the complexity of human nature. The muted grayscale background adds a sombre tone, emphasizing the gravity of their decision-making. Despite the weighty atmosphere, the vibrant colours of the boy and girl suggest that they might ultimately choose to help others, injecting a glimmer of hope into the artwork.
05
Answer
In the realm of “Cycles”, this installation resides—a testament to my musings on “time” and “humanity”. At its core, an infinite loop takes form, a train traversing endlessly, piercing the fabric of various times and spaces, weaving tales of familial bonds and terror-stricken assaults. On the left, ruins emerge, crafted from charred paper and obsidian plastic, strewn with graphite whispers mirroring the explosion's aftermath, foretelling the tragic consequences apathy births. To the right, flames sculpted from wool and yarn dance, their vibrant hues contrasting starkly, a warning etched in colours. The backdrop, painted in shades of monochrome, echoes the concept of “life and death”. I beckon the audience to ponder—amidst the cyclical dance of time, within the cocoon of their decisions, would they tread the same path knowing destiny’s hand? Or, would they stand idle, merely spectators of fate’s grand play?