Flowers

Pattern Design for Northeastern University

Based on the theme of One Belt, One Road, the work combines kaleidoscopic structures with domes of different cultural buildings. In terms of color and structure, this work shows three representative important nodes on the ancient Silk Road: mosque, European and Chinese dome features, forming unique pattern decoration and injecting connotation into the visual effect. The three works are different from each other but do not deviate from the overall theme, forming a complete series of works.

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Unique Properties

This work takes"One Belt,One Road"as the theme,combines the kaleidoscope graphic structure with the domes of different countries to complete the design.The series is divided into three paintings showing three important representative nodes of the ancient Silk Road in color and structure respectively:mosques,European and Chinese dome features and cultural symbols.The three works are different from each other,but do not deviate from the overall theme,forming a complete series of works.

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Belt and Road , kaleidoscope , architectural dome , pattern design , traditional culture

Production Technology

The pattern structure of the works in this series is made by hand sketching,Adobe AI and Adobe PS.The colors of the three works are respectively extracted from the images of the cultural styles they represent.

Design Challenge

The challenge is to accurately grasp the characteristics of the different domes in mosque,European and Chinese architecture,and to choose the right colors in the pattern design,combined with its bold and kaleidoscopic structure.

Project Duration

The project has begun production in Nanjing in 2021 and 2022 and been completed in Nanjing in May 2022.The project participated in the online graduation project exhibition of Nanjing University of the Arts on May 20,2022.

Operation Flow

The overall layout effect of integrated kaleidoscope graphic combination and dome structure in pattern design is the highlight,aiming to strengthen the diversified expression of pattern design art,increase its artistic diversity,and show the inclusiveness of the art field.

Research

Through the design of different dome structures,the final integration with the pattern design,thus forming a unique pattern structure,to inject the connotation of the visual effect.This series of works aims to explore the profound connotations behind different civilizations,thereby provoking incremental thinking about how modern design culture develops.It not only responds to the connotation of the"One Belt,One Road"policy,but also expresses the call for carrying forward and inheriting traditional culture from different perspectives.

Inspiration

The creation of this piece is inspired by the colorful kaleidoscope.Variations and combinations of various patterns and forms are applied to pattern design to create patterns of different colors and structures.Combined with the dome structure and traditional Chinese culture,it conveys the profound connotation behind the extensive and profound traditional Chinese culture to the audience,and calls on people to promote and protect Chinese culture.

Image Credits

Image#1:Huo kai&Ma Yiming,Flowers,2022. Image#2:Huo kai&Ma Yiming,Flowers,2022. Image#3:Huo kai&Ma Yiming,Flowers,2022. Image#4:Huo kai&Ma Yiming,Flowers,2022. Image#5:Huo kai&Ma Yiming,Flowers,2022.

Project Overview

Flowers Pattern Design has been a Iron winner in the Graphics, Illustration and Visual Communication Design award category in the year 2022 organized by the prestigious A' Design Award & Competition. The Iron A' Design Award is awarded to good designs that meet the rigorous professional and industrial standards set by the A' Design Awards. This recognition is reserved for works that demonstrate a solid understanding of design principles and show creativity within their execution. Recipients of the Iron A' Design Award are acknowledged for their practical innovations and contributions to their respective fields, providing solutions that improve quality of life and foster positive change. These designs are a testament to the skill and dedication of their creators, showcasing their ability to address real-world challenges through thoughtful design.

Iron Recognition

Yiming Ma was recognized with the coveted Iron A' Design Award in 2023, a testament to excellence of their work Flowers Pattern Design.

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Introducing "Flowers" by Yiming Ma: A Unique Pattern Design Inspired by the One Belt, One Road Initiative

Yiming Ma's "Flowers" is a pattern design project that combines kaleidoscopic structures with domes of different cultural buildings, showcasing the ancient Silk Road's representative nodes in a unique way.

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