About
Liu Siyu is a cross-media artist and award-winning designer whose current work focuses on themes of death and human spiritual health. With a rich background in digital visual communication and design, her projects explore the profound aspects of mortality and wellness. Having founded and directed the HXW Interactive New Media Lab, Liu has consistently pushed the boundaries of creativity and interdisciplinary collaboration. Her work is also deeply influenced by her experiences in motherhood, bipolar experience, social study and her volunteer efforts in palliative care, bringing a unique and empathetic perspective to her art. Through innovative narratives, Liu invites viewers to reflect on the interconnectedness of life and the spiritual journey, making her exhibitions a thought-provoking experience.
Education
M.Sc. in Communication Design, School of Design, Politecnico di Milano, Milan,Italy 2007-2010
B.Sc. in Digital Animation, Communication University of China, Beijing, China 2001-2005
Awards
2021 “Yunlai” A' Design Award in Arts and Crafts, Italy
2021 Future Designer Bronze Winner, NCDA, Hangzhou, China
2021 “Mincius“ A' Design Award in Arts and Ready-Made Design, Italy
2020 “Seacrea-Bionic Teaware design” Cotemporary Good Design Winner, Red Dot China
2020 Outstanding Mentor, National University Student Design Competition
Exhibitions
2023
“Catharsis”, Cyberport Hong Kong, HK, China
2022
"Fusion of Traditions: New Media Meets Ancient Art”, MLS New Media Art Festival, Changsha, China
2021
“Design Elements”, Red Dot Museum, Xiamen, China
“MOOD”, Museo del Design, Como, Italy
2020
“Contemporary Good Design Award Winning Works Exhibition”, Red Dot Museum, Xiamen, China
2019
“New Media and AI Art Exhibition”, School of Fine Arts, Tsinghua University, Beijing, China
2018
“Changsha Historic District Image Exhibition”, Online, Changsha, China
2010
“Camina Milano”, Design Week, Zona tortona, Milan, Italy
Publications
Design Annual/ CGD Yearbook, Featured in the 2021 CGD Contemporary Good Design Yearbook by Red Dot China, including an interview spotlighting me and my design team.
Media Coverage: Featured in an 8-page spread and interview in 1314 Magazine, focusing on my commitment to bringing beauty and emotion to people, March 2022
"Fanchengti Street Oral History through Visual Media": A comprehensive documentation capturing over 40 hours of architectural footage and resident interviews, revealing 70 years of transformation in Fanchengti Street, Changsha, from the Republic era to the 21st century. 2019
"Community Old Architecture & Signage Renovation Handbook": A series of independently published articles aimed at instructing effective façade renovations for businesses in ageing urban areas. Over a thousand downloads since its release. 2019
"Not Only Kunqu": An independent publication capturing the lives and thoughts of over 40 Chinese traditional opera enthusiasts and practitioners across three countries through interviews and visual media, reflecting the current status of Kunqu as an Intangible Cultural Heritage. 2010
Story
“ There used to be a tiny bookstore named "Utopia" at Piazza Moscova, Milan. The bookstore was removed during the city development for EXPO. This little bookstore and the days I met with a precious friend in it, has been the origin of my ideas and courage, and self-awareness.
The first independent documentary film had taken 22 months to produce.
“Mai smettere i tuoi sogni.” Davide passed me this note before the journey back to China. I always remember it.”
Siyu
Contact
siyusmall@qq.com
siyuissiyu@gmail.com