<p>This project uses everyday details to draw attention to  the hidden inner world of people with bipolar disorder. Although their anxiety may be invisible, it is very real and often frightening. The calmness they seek is precious—something many people take for granted in daily life.</p>

A collection of small ceramic animal sculptures, all depicted lying down with their bodies close to the ground, showing no other movements. The cerami

This is a digital image showing everyday objects such as fruit and a cutting board. The image is divided into two parts: the top half shows the calm s

Calm, But Not What You Think

I went to the park to observe the quiet but restless moments. I created a digital image that depicts the subtle agitation and complex textures beneath

I know that people with bipolar often have moments of restlessness and moments when they want calm. When I use twigs to make my shadow, I’m basically 

This project uses everyday details to draw attention to  the hidden inner world of people with bipolar disorder. Although their anxiety may be invisible, it is very real and often frightening. The calmness they seek is precious—something many people ta...

Xiaoqian Wu

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