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Wenqing Yan
Artist | Professional | Varied
Artist | Professional | Varied
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The art and ramblings of a disillusioned idealist. I'm a digital artist, graphic novelist, and UC Berkeley grad with a focus on environmentalism and cyber activism. I've illustrated and authored numerous graphic novels and plushed a few books. I'm currently working on the Axent Wear cat ear headphones that I designed. When I'm not drawing away or dealing with the unpleasant business side of running a headphones company, I enjoy sculpting, hiking, and experimenting with aquaponics. |
I finally got a Patreon after all these years! I was actually pretty scared that I might disappoint people if my hand pain flared up too often and prevented me from drawing, which is why I waited so many years until after I’ve recovered more.
Now that I’m healthier, I’m really excited to be on Patreon
I’ll be sharing a lot of exclusive behind the scene stuff on there, from wip to secret projects and storyboard of my comics. Other rewards include HD files of my paintings and comic panels (without text for max art enjoyment), as well as full painting process videos and even 3D models that you can play with 
Please help support the continuation of my art and comics at www.patreon.com/Yuumei
Thank you!
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In Your Twilight
I wish I could still watch the twilight with my best friend if she were still here. My dog passed away 2 years ago and I still miss her everyday.
HD image and video process on Patreon.com/Yuumei
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The sold out whale constellation tote bags are back in stock, plus 4 all new designs with doubled sided images Get them here at www.yuumeiart.com/shop/ before they sellout again!
Get them here at www.yuumeiart.com/shop/ before they sellout again!
Out of My Mind
Whispers in my head
All the things you’ve said
Lies dipped in red
Filling me with dread
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HD Image files and process videos of this my painting on www.patreon.com/Yuumei
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Whispers in my head
All the things you’ve said
Lies dipped in red
Filling me with dread
_________
HD Image files and process videos of this my painting on www.patreon.com/Yuumei
Support my art on Patreon
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Drowning Me
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Storm in my mind,
clouding my thoughts,
drowning inside.
I finally finished after 4 iterations. I’m still not 100% happy with this piece and maybe I’ll revisit it in the future.
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I
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I was still feeling art blocked so I just kept doing more practice studies. It's of Jessie Li again, I think I just really like her angry face lol.
The original photo didn't have Chinese word on her face. The word means "I".
HD image and Video process on www.patreon.com/Yuumei
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Hey everyone! I'll be at Sac Anime this weekend in the Indie Zone (next to Artist Alley) at table IZ 07 with all my prints, tote bags, and wallscrolls
Since Crunchyroll Expo is happening on the same weekend, my wonderful assistant and cosplayer @kiba.cos will be selling for me in the Exhibitor's Hall at Booth 827.
We hope to see you there and hang out!
New voice-over painting tutorial is done! Watch the full 15 minute tutorial for free on my youtube https://youtu.be/BdrA3KDBYcs More free tutorials on my website at www.yuumeiart.com/tutorials/
https://youtu.be/BdrA3KDBYcs More free tutorials on my website at www.yuumeiart.com/tutorials/ 
I finally made postcards! There are 8 collections, each based on a theme such as stars, the oceans, cities in Asia, etc. Each collection has 6 images printed on 4x6 inch cardstock.
Between prints and wallscrolls, I always wanted to offer smaller options of my art that’s easy to give as gifts to friends and family You can get collections here www.yuumeiart.com/shop
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Infinite Lights
While editing the photos of the Milkyway, I found some older photos I took of the Golden Gate bridge and decided to turn it into a painting There are so many beautiful places around the Bay Area, and even after living here for a decade I still haven’t explored it all.
HD file and video process of this painting is on my Patreon.com/Yuumei
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While editing the photos of the Milkyway, I found some older photos I took of the Golden Gate bridge and decided to turn it into a painting
There are so many beautiful places around the Bay Area, and even after living here for a decade I still haven’t explored it all.HD file and video process of this painting is on my Patreon.com/Yuumei
Support my art on Patreon
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Contempt
I found some really nice photos of various model portraits that I really liked, especially the ones with stronger emotions which I need more practice with. (you can find the original photo here www.pinterest.com/pin/39322061… I didn't quite get the full emotions of the photo so I need to more practice)
Near the end of the painting I decided to add some of my own lighting and tattoo to it lol. The word on face is Chinese for hate.
I found some really nice photos of various model portraits that I really liked, especially the ones with stronger emotions which I need more practice with. (you can find the original photo here www.pinterest.com/pin/39322061… I didn't quite get the full emotions of the photo so I need to more practice)
Near the end of the painting I decided to add some of my own lighting and tattoo to it lol. The word on face is Chinese for hate.
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Deviousness Award
yuumei has been a member of our community for over 10 years, and certainly made her mark throughout the digital art community during this time. Beautifully detailed and carefully matched color palettes make up her distinctive gallery of inspiring artwork. Yuumei's helpful tutorials and comments of encouragement to other artists have helped many artists grow, and therefore we can't think of a better way to recognize such a wonderful deviant than by bestowing the Deviousness Award for October 2013 to yuumei!
-awarded October 2013
Comments
You are one the best artists I've ever met, and trust me, I've met a lot of great artist in real life. Not only is your art beautiful,but it is also touching and meaningful. Keep up the amazing work!
Hello!! I've watched you and admired your art for years now, you are a huge inspiration to me!!
I had a question, if you wouldn't mind- how did you create your website? I'm trying to start up my own. Did you go through a third party like Google or another? Or did you create it from scratch? Thank you for your time!!
I had a question, if you wouldn't mind- how did you create your website? I'm trying to start up my own. Did you go through a third party like Google or another? Or did you create it from scratch? Thank you for your time!!
I love your style. It's very fluid, in it's own way.
Also, I'm enjoying the content that you're providing in Fisheye Placebo. I love the whole hackers resistance theme. It's why I love those Watch_Dogs games.
Keep up the good work and I can't wait to see the endgame of your comic.
Also, I'm enjoying the content that you're providing in Fisheye Placebo. I love the whole hackers resistance theme. It's why I love those Watch_Dogs games.
Keep up the good work and I can't wait to see the endgame of your comic.
Hello Wenqing,
whow, you're art is so beautiful. I would like to keep an eye on them
I would like to keep an eye on them Best wishes from Germany. 
I've been a fan of your work ever since I first read your flash comics waaay back in when I was in Highschool. So happy to see that you're back and producing art again!
