Bronze Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design · 2023
Inner Peace Multifunctional Poster
by Te-Sian Shih
- A' Design Award 2023 Bronze Winner in Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design
- Awarded April 15, 2023
- CLIENT: Taipei Music Academy and Festival
- Estimated Number of Design Views: 11,983
- Verification code 9D46B44D12 · Verify this award
About Inner Peace Multifunctional Poster
This poster was designed for the musician Cho-Liang Lin and his Taipei Music Academy and Festival. Many people have suffered a lot during Covid-19, and many need to find inner peace and calm. Therefore, Te-Sian, Shih created an abstract peace dove as the main visual using lines. She used blue as the background color and lines to represent how music can heal the heart, allowing people to feel as if they are in a magnificent ocean when they listen to music.
Press Kit
- Unique Properties
- This poster was designed for the musician Cho-Liang Lin and his Taipei Music Academy and Festival. Many people have suffered a lot during Covid-19, and many need to find inner peace and calm. Therefore, Te-Sian, Shih created an abstract peace dove as the main visual using lines. She used blue as the background color and lines to represent how music can heal the heart, allowing people to feel as if they are in a magnificent ocean when they listen to music.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- 98 inches x 138inches x 1inches
- Tags
- Graphic Design, Poster Design, Visual Design, Peace, Healing
- Production Technology
- Te-Sian, Shih used Illustrator software to produce the main visual and whole poster.
She used her experience from life and knew many people in the world need help for healing their spirits. - Design Challenge
- During Covid-19, New York City released many statistics on Asian bullying, and many people have lost family members, property, health, and other data. Taiwan has been relatively unaffected due to strict measures and has a peaceful society. She also learned how creators negotiate with property owners regarding ownership of their works, name representation rights, and other legal issues. The most challenging part is not creating the poster but clarifying intellectual property rights and authorization issues with contract owners. Te-Sian, Shih is fortunate to have many lawyers and organizations in Taiwan to help designers understand the rules and regulations of the industry. Therefore, communication with property owners can be more smooth.
- Project Duration
- The project started in January 2023 in Taiwan and finished on December 31 2023 in Taiwan, and will be shown on Taipei Music Academy and Festival website.
- Operation Flow
- The peace dove visual is very interesting. You can try to find out where its head and wings are located, or you can also see it as a lily flower. Lily also represents peace, so the main visual can be seen as either a peace dove or a lily flower.
- Research
- This poster was not only designed for the music festival, but also for those suffering from Covid-19. Te-Sian Shih was invited to participate in an exhibition organized by the Taiwanese American Arts Council, AAPIC, and doctors in New York City to help Asian communities and people who have suffered from racial discrimination find peace. The doctors said they have encountered many Asians who have suffered from misunderstanding and bullying. Being a vulnerable group, they dare not speak out, causing many mental illnesses. Therefore, Te-Sian Shih's design posters mainly focus on finding balance, as both the Asian American association and doctors believe that art therapy can be helpful to people. Some viewers have already expressed that Te-Sian Shih's posters can bring calmness, and the main visual of a peace dove with a white lily flower is very interesting.
- Inspiration
- Cho-Liang Lin really liked the line artwork that Te-Sian, Shih created for them in 2021, so this year they also hope that the designer can continue to create artwork using lines. This year's theme is up to Te-Sian's own interpretation, and she would continue to use her own created line visual to design the entire poster. The specific peace dove design has been seen by many people, but creating a peace dove using lines will make it more interesting for people to guess its meaning.
- Image Credits
- Graphic Designer Te-Sian, Shih， Graphic Designer，2023
- Patents
- Copyrights belong to Te-Sian Shih, 2023.
Colors of Inner Peace Multifunctional Poster
Design Interview about Inner Peace Multifunctional Poster
After three years post-pandemic, people are in need of finding inner tranquility and peace. Through our client's music, we aim to evoke a sense of serenity and comfort while listening. Therefore, the primary color theme is blue, with flowing lines as the background to create a fluid and soothing atmosphere. The main visual, crafted from these lines, takes the form of a dove and a lily flower, symbolizing peace. We hope that in this era, people can rediscover inner peace.
We hope that people can pay attention to how music and design have the power to heal. The abstract images of the dove and lily flower provide a significant visual impact, aiming to help people understand that the true essence of life lies in inner peace.
I continue to serve as a design competition judge (I serve as a judge for various design and art competitions) and continue to use my work to enhance visibility and brand promotion for companies and clients. The designs I create for clients have received high satisfaction, leaving a positive impression of their companies on people. The clients have ambitious visions but lack a clear path to realization. With my background in marketing and an understanding of the impact of social media, I assist clients in promoting their brands through graphic design and innovative marketing concepts. I can also be considered a brand consultant and designer.
Considering the project scope, typically starting from Brand identity and extending to the entire visual and even web design, it would take at least two weeks
The client appreciates the designs I created for them in 2021 and would like me to continue creating designs using a linear style. However, they've given me creative freedom when it comes to the theme. Therefore, I feel that with the ongoing pandemic and various global news events, I should create a piece that helps people find inner peace and tranquility. Personally, I've noticed that both myself and my friends from around the world are experiencing significant stress, so it's important to provide a psychological refuge.
No. I don't want to sell or lease the production rights. I intend to produce my work by myself.
My clients like this type of design, but the main visual's shape and subject are decided by me.
No. Only me.
Audiences who listen to the client's music festival
I created all the elements and it's all made by my imagination.
Because I've noticed that people are in need of emotional rebuilding, coupled with the fact that there have been some unsettling global news events, I feel it's important to create something related to inner peace.
Adobe suits
All the elements were created by my imagination. No one can copy it.
No. It's all made by myself.
Creating illustrative artwork that is both distinct from hand-drawn illustrations and exudes warmth through computer-generated artistry.
Based on discussions with people from New York and various parts of the world, along with insights from newspaper data, it seems that both safety and the economy have been affected post-pandemic. Perhaps what is needed is to find inner peace.
Actually not much. My clients work great with me. A designer should have great communication skills.
I always win international design competitions and I am also the jury member of the international design competitions. However, the most important thing is I hope can help my clients to expand brand influence and visibility.
I have searched and tried on my Adobe suits. A good designer should always learn the latest information and knowledge.
If anyone needs visual and branding design such as logo, advertising, booklet, catalog, banner, brochure, social media, UIUX, and web design...etc. please contact me. tesian0816@gmai.com