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The Lost Garden in London

Liv Ye

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Liv Ye is an illustrator based in China. Her work is inspired by the things she experience in her life and she strive to create images that resonate with emotion and imagination. She hopes her work brings a smile and inspires people to explore the fun and beauty hidden in ordinary moments.

Liv Ye is an illustrator based in China. Her work is inspired by the things she experience in her...

This project explores the forgotten history of Peerless Pool — London’s first public bathing pond. Through ceramic texture collection, historical collage, and picture book illustrations, the work reimagines how this green space once looked and felt. The story follows a girl who time-travels to the past, experiencing fishing, swimming, and community life. It invites viewers to reflect on urban change and the hidden life of the city.

Final work

A kid tries to fish—but pulls out a shoe instead!
An illustration of people enjoying Peerless Pool in the 1800s.

Research and process

A ceramic texture collection from Peerless street.
A collage timeline of Peerless Pool from 1600 to 2025.

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The Lost Garden in London

This project explores the forgotten history of Peerless Pool — London’s first public bathing pond. Through ceramic texture collection, historical collage, and picture book illustrations, the work reimagines how this green space once looked and felt. The story follows a g...

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