Tea For Three
"Tea For Three" is a 56-page wordless picture book depicting the story of a girl chased incessantly by a monster amidst wilderness and forest. In a series of surprising twists, the girl and her cat friend discover that the monster, who chases them all the way along, simply seeks to share a cup of tea with them. With a touch of horror, surprising twists, and a hint of humor, I aim to offer a new perspective on confronting our inner fears.
The inspiration for this book comes from my real experiences. Reflecting on the journey I have been through, I realize that fear is an internal imagination. When I can calmly confront my fears, it can even push me to see a bigger world. In this journey, we have gained growth and friendship, ultimately able to sit down, coexist with fear in peace, and enjoy a cup of hot tea.
All the line works are done with charcoal pencil on paper, and color is completed digitally and combined with watercolor texture. The spread size is 17x11.25 inches.
The Selected Thesis Show, SVA Chelsea Gallery, New York, 2023
Some spreads from handmade book “Tea for Three”