Jiayue Li
About
Jiayue Li is a San Francisco-based artist whose work explores the intersection of surrealism and femininity through dreamlike compositions. Originally from Chengdu, China, Jiayue's practice is centered on ethereal female figures, weaving together themes of identity, introspection, and transformation. Her paintings balance delicate forms with symbolic narratives, creating a sense of quiet mystery and emotional depth.
Rooted in both personal experience and universal storytelling, her work invites viewers into a world where reality and imagination blur. Through refined textures and fluid compositions, she explores the complexities of human emotion and the subconscious. Continuously expanding her practice, she engages with oil and mixed media to further develop a distinct visual language that bridges the tangible and the intangible.
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Jiayue Li
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Person
There are a lot, but lately I’ve been really inspired by SF artists like Anna Koak and Maya Fuji, and also Korean artists like Guimi You and Miki Kim. I love how their work feels emotional and personal without being too loud—they say so much through quiet details. It’s made me think more about how I tell stories through mood and memory in my own work.
Place
There’s not really one specific place—but I’d say I’m most inspired by everyday encounters. A passing gesture, something overheard, a quiet moment on the street… those little things often spark something in me. It’s more about the feeling or mood of a moment than a location, and I try to carry that into my work.
Object
I’m usually drawn to small, everyday things, like nature or something I encounter. Nothing too precious, but they stay with me and often find their way into my work in some way.
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