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Xinyue Chen

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illustration of For the essay “Sunset of the Economists” by Mark Leonard “Two decades ago, China’s reformist economists walked the halls of power and dictated policy. Now, they have been side-lined in favor of a new priority: national security. What happened?”
illustration of Inspired by “This is No Way to be Human” by Alan Lightman, on The Atlantic 2024 World Illustration Awards, Science & Techonology category Highly Commended “We now occupy a nearly natureless world.”
illustration of From personal project:
illustration of “Stepping Into the Gap: Medicaid Expansion in the Deep South as a Lifeline to Care” “A new SPLC report makes the case for greater access to the government health insurance program in the Deep South as a pressing matter of equity in care for Black and Brown people and for people with disabilities across the region.”
illustration of For NYT Book Reviews’ historical fiction column, about Sing to Me by Jesse Browner. After the fall of Troy, an eleven-year-old boy sets off for the razed city when his father and sister vanish into the war zone; this
illustration of Image from my picture book
illustration of Illustrations for the novel “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” by Mary Higgins Clark, which was serialized digitally as part of AARP’s Member Only Access content.
illustration of From the personal project:
illustration of From personal project:
illustration of For NYT Book Reviews’ historical fiction column, about The Pretender by Jo Harkin. Set in the tumultuous period of the Tudors’ ascent, The Pretender brings to life the little-known story of Lambert Simnel. From humble beginnings as a peasant boy, Lambert’s life takes an astonishing turn when, at just ten years old, he becomes a claimant to the English throne as one of the last of the Plantagenet line.
illustration of Inspired by “Baptism of Fire (The Witcher)” Novel series by Andrzej Sapkowski
illustration of For NYT Opinion “I’m a Doctor. The Conversations About IUD Insertions Are Long Overdue.”
illustration of Inspired by “The Truth Is a Cave in the Black Mountains…” by Neil Gaiman 2024 Folio Book Illustration Award Runner-up
illustration of Illustrations for the novel “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” by Mary Higgins Clark, which was serialized digitally as part of AARP’s Member Only Access content. Client: AARP
illustration of For Scientific American. About the new ways of diagnosing Alzheimer's years before the onset of cognitive decline. Which also raises the debate about whether such tests should be suggested, as there is currently no cure for the disease.

Profile

Xinyue Chen is an illustrator and book artist based in New York. Their works explore emotions, memories, identities and people’s connection with the environment in a poetic way. Most of their works are done in traditional media. ​ Although coming from a fine art background, they found narrative-driven art allows them to communicate with their audience better. They have been involved in bookmaking since 2020 and created several books with original writing and illustrations. ​ Since receiving their BFA from the Central Academy of Fine Arts in Beijing and their MFA from the School of Visual Arts in New York, they have provided editorial illustrations, book illustrations and designs for many renowned clients, and provided a unique, emotional and atmospheric approach to their assignments. A selected list of clients include the New York Times, Scientific American, NBC News, AARP, NPR, Bloomberg, Asia Society.

Style/Techniques

Abstract, Acrylic, Black & White, Conceptual, Digital, Fine Art, Gouache, Mixed Media, Painterly, Silhouette, Stylized, Watercolor, Concept Art

Subject/Specialties

Action, Animals, Architecture, Book Covers, Character Development, Children, Children's Books, Comic Book, Computers, Editorial, Fantasy, Health, Historical, Industrial, Landscape, Medical, Mural, Mystery, Nature, People, Political, Portrait, Science, Scientific, Technology, Vintage / Retro, Spiritual, Youth, Environmental, Financial, Urban