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Alice by Isabella Wu

2024 FINALIST

Alice

Isabella Wu

About the work

Isabella Wu, a multi-talented artist and aspiring architect from Sydney, Australia, explores a diverse range of mediums, from drawing and digital art to painting and sculpture. Her award-winning work, exhibited in Australia, the United States, and China, reflects a growing recognition in the art world.

In her portrait of Alice, an international student who graduated from Griffith University, Isabella explores themes of cultural identity and self-discovery. Alice’s journey, marked by challenges of navigating cultural differences and societal expectations, resonates with many who have sought to find their authentic selves amidst the complexities of a new environment.

Through her art, Isabella encourages viewers to reflect on their own experiences of self-discovery and the importance of embracing one’s multiple identities in the pursuit of well-being. Alice’s story, as captured by Isabella, serves as a poignant reminder that true happiness lies in the acceptance and celebration of our authentic selves.