Author: Jingyi Shen
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Life is a vast ocean, and I am still learning how to swim
I used to think that finding a job after graduation was a natural and inevitable step. Now I no longer see it that way. But regardless, I still feel the need to try. My first attempt was during the winter break when I returned to China and worked with a robotics team at Fudan University.…
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Making Friends
In my previous post, I talked about why I want to focus on becoming an artist whose work exists through exhibitions and festivals. In this post, I would like to reflect on some of the differences I have noticed between the animation communities in China and the UK. At the animation festivals I attended in…
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Artistic Practice List
Cosmic Kiss, Netherland AR Animation, 2026Exhibited at Kaboom Animation Festival and lots of exhibition in NetherlandAn AR Animation piece about universe and love. How small we human are and how big the universe is, so we are not that different. Vulva Dance, Brighton AR Animation, 2026Exhibited at Brighton International Animation FestivalAn AR Animation piece about…
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To Be Seen
Sometimes, what is free really is the best thing. During my studies at UAL, I took part in the exhibition programmes of Feinaki Animation Week in China, Kaboom Animation Festival in the Netherlands, and Brighton International Animation Festival in the UK. Two of my AR animation projects and one game project were selected for these…
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Building Fear by Hand: My Path Toward Independent Horror Stop Motion
As a stop-motion animator who loves horror and the uncanny, my career dream is strongly connected to the independent scene. I am drawn to animation that is handmade, experimental, and full of raw creativity. For me, the most powerful horror comes from things that are imperfect and tactile, where every detail is shaped by human…
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How I Learned to Make an Animation That Can Work in the Real Market
Creativity is not only about big ideas. It is also about showing up, staying curious, and enjoying the messy process of making something real. Recently, I listened to a conversation with the writers and storyboard artists of Adventure Time. Their thoughts about inspiration, procrastination, and what keeps them going felt like a lesson in creative courage.…
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Personal Animation Journal: Insights from WIA UK Cartoon Saloon – Getting Short Film Over the Line
After attending the WIA UK Cartoon Saloon discussion, I learned a lot about the animation industry and started thinking more seriously about my own direction. I realized that I am especially interested in independent and experimental short animation, and possibly a freelance career. These paths often start without funding, but they focus on connecting with…
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Jingyi Shen’s CV
Jingyi Shen Email: stormrose.shen@gmail.com Phone: +44 7743 691267 Instagram: jingyishenshen PROFILE: I am a creative person with experience in art, design, and telling stories through visuals. I am currently studying MA Character Animation at Central Saint Martins, University of the Arts London. I enjoy combining different materials and digital tools to make my work interesting…
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Out of Service_Simulated Work with Xinyi & Nina
To be honest, I was confused before the simulated work started as I didn’t know what I was supposed to do. But after we met online, I thought I completely understood what I was supposed to do. I really appreciate their work. They organized their files neatly. That’s something I am not very good at…
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Silent Movie_Unit 1 Practice based research
Intro Silent Movies were an important part of my childhood. will never forget the memory of turning on the TV and watching a silent movie made by Shanghai Animation Film Studio on a Saturday morning while my mom was on her way to work and my grandma was preparing breakfast for me. I also had…