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Keyi (b. 1994, Shandong, China) is an illustrator and visual storyteller currently based in Paris, France. With an academic background in agriculture and a master’s degree in Fine Arts, she brings a unique perspective that connects nature, culture, and visual design.

Keyi's work draws inspiration from printmaking techniques and Chinese traditional paintings. Blending motion, humor, and texture, she explores new ways of telling stories that feel both playful and organic. Although she works digitally, her illustrations retain the warmth and tactile quality of handmade art.

Education

Graphic Motion Designer
2023–2024 Gobelins, l'école de l'image, Paris, France

Master of Fine Arts
2018–2021 Hebei University of Science and Technology , China

Bachelor of Agriculture
2012–2016 Hainan University , China

Exhibition

BIBF Illustrators exhibition
2026 National Exhibition and Convention Center, Beijing, China

Ilustrofest 2025 opening ceremony
2025 Belgrade Fortress

Poetry of the Earth
2025 China Agriculture Museum, Beijing, China

Illustration Art Festival
2025 ArtMuseum of Sanya Yazhou Cultural and Sports Center, Sanya,China

Golden Pinwheel Exhibition
2023 Shanghai International Children’s Book Fair, Shanghai, China

Meilan in My Heart
2021 Haikou Meilan District CulturakCenter, Haikou, China

Children are Everywhere
2020 Shenzhen Wanda Plaza Art and Culture Square, Shenzhen, China

Screening

L’aventure impressionniste - Exhibitions
2024 Musée d’Orsay,Paris, France

Athletics
2024 Cathédrale Sainte-Croix d'Orléans,Orléans, France

Press

The White Noise
2025 DolphinPress

I love Idioms So Much ！
2023 CITICPress Group

Awards

Worid Illustration Awords
2026 Shortlist

BIBF Illustrators Exhibition
2026 Shortlist

Bologna Illustrators Exhibition
2026 Finalist

Prix Horizon 2025
2025 Coup de coeur du jury

Golden Pinwheel Young Illustrators Competition
2023 Longlist

Last Updated 29/12/2025

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What is in the Mountain? An award-winning illustration series from an original graphic novel, currently seeking collaboration with a publisher.

Lulu In The Sea A story about adventure, friendship and love.

The White Noise A story about mental health between family members and friends. Published by Dolphin Books (Chinese), 2025

I love Idioms So Much！ A collection of comics and illustrations about Chinese idiom stories. Published by CITIC Press Group (Chinese), 2023

I love Idioms So Much！

Illustration
Animation & Motion
Character Design
Volumes

What is in the Mountain?

An award-winning illustration series from an original graphic novel, currently seeking collaboration with a publisher.

Lulu In The Sea

A story about adventure, friendship and love.

The White Noise

A story about mental health between family members and friends.
Published by Dolphin Books (Chinese), 2025

I love Idioms So Much！
A collection of comics and illustrations about Chinese idiom stories.
Published by CITIC Press Group (Chinese), 2023