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INTERVIEW | Zihao Zhou

INTERVIEW | Zihao Zhou

Zihao Zhou is a Chinese fashion designer based in London. His art explores the connections between the macro and the micro, revealing the hidden wonders of the world. In 2024, he took a leap of faith and launched his own eponymous brand, Illogic, in London. With a blend of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary aesthetics, Zihao aims to carve his unique mark in the fashion industry.

INTERVIEW | Tong Tong

INTERVIEW | Tong Tong

Tong Tong is a cutting-edge fashion designer and creative based in New York City. Tong's designs draw inspiration from a rich tapestry of influences, including personal memories, a profound passion for fashion history, and an adventurous exploration of materials. His collection Home Alone draws inspiration from a cherished childhood memory, the clandestine explorations into his parents' wardrobe.

INTERVIEW | Yu Mao

INTERVIEW | Yu Mao

Yu Mao has established herself as a Multi-Disciplinary Artist based in Los Angeles. Driven by a profound fascination with the intricate dynamics between people of various cultures, genders, and social backgrounds, she skillfully weaves her narratives using symbols, metaphors, and dreams. Her chosen mediums of expression encompass films, installations, sculptures, and photography, each serving as a canvas for her storytelling.

INTERVIEW | Robert van de Graaf

INTERVIEW | Robert van de Graaf

Robert van de Graaf is a Dutch visual artist living and working in The Hague, the Netherlands. He is interested in the connections and relations between the mystical in this world, in all its manifestations (the sea, the sky, nature, human-built environments, light and darkness), the sense and the dimension of the spiritual world and our soul. Each piece gives substance to his ongoing journey to seek meaning in life.

INTERVIEW | JR CHUO

INTERVIEW | JR CHUO

JR CHUO is a contemporary paper cut and spray paint artist based in the UK, who cuts all of his designs by hand, creating intricate paper artworks. CHUO takes inspiration from the organised nature of urban subway maps and the simplification of metropolitan areas. He also explores the impacts of climate change on coral reefs, juxtaposing this message with the vibrant colours that he uses in his work.