Elyon Liu
About Elyon
Also known as Xiaoyi Liu 刘晓逸.
More than an illustrator and writer, Elyon is a storyteller at heart, propelled by an enduring love for narratives and the art that breathes life into them.
Her work is a vibrant tapestry of colour and composition, where she passionately crafts captivating designs that resonate with readers. Drawing inspiration from the enchanting realms of poems and stories, Elyon's artistic journey reflects her profound affection for the beauty found all around her. Unbound by constraints of style or content, she is dedicated to discovering the most fitting designs for each unique project.
Originally from Beijing, Elyon's journey has led her to various places, and she presently resides in Cambridge, UK. Her academic background includes the study of Economics at PKU and RUC. After immersing herself in the financial industry in Beijing, she courageously decided to embark on a new chapter. In 2022, Elyon enrolled in the Children's Book Illustration MA program at ARU in the UK and became a children's book artist.
Recognitions
British Council Venice Fellow 2024
Winner of the Apila First Print Award 2024
Apila First Print Award Exhibition 2024
Shortlisted for China Artists Association New Era Young Artists Cultivation Programme "Children's Picture Book Creation 100" 2024
First Prize for the 6th Chinese Original Picture Book Publishing Event 2024
Shortlisted for the 3rd Red Cape Original Picture Book Competition 2024
Wisbech Gallery Exhibition 2024
Shortlisted for Communication Arts Illustration Competition 2024
Shortlisted for the 9th China Illustration Biennial 2024
Shortlisted for the 2nd Chinese Illustration Annual Competition (CIAC) 2024
Shortlisted for Hsin Yi Children's Picture Book Award 2023
FAB Prize Illustration Highly Commended 2023
Shortlisted for Key Colours Competition 2023
Shortlisted for Bronze Sunflower Picture Book Award 2023
Shortlisted for China Artists Association New Era Young Artists Cultivation Programme "Children's Picture Book Creation 100" 2023
The Black Shuck and Friends Exhibition 2023
JIA Illustration Award Exhibition 2023
JIA Illustration Bronze Award 2023
Macmillan Prize Highly Commended 2023
Contact
Ins: elyonliu
