Travel and Happy Things

Illustration by Wen Lung Cho

Travel and joy are conveyed through illustrations, such as the reunion of friends, the travel of one person, etc. And the colorful colors also make people feel happy. In this series of illustrations, the use of bright colors highlights the joyful illustration atmosphere. The details of the arrangement of the characters, such as the joy of a friends' party or the joy of meeting a jazz singer on Bourbon Street, are all cleverly arranged, allowing readers to feel a variety of good times.

The aborigines of Taiwan have a unique traditional harvest festival culture. During the harvest festival, they hold hands and sing and dance around the bonfire. Everyone sings and drinks joyfully. This is the joy of the group. Traveling alone in the streets of a foreign country, walking at your own pace, enjoying your own joy. Whether it is the joy of a group or a person, the colorful illustrations are unique and make people feel relaxed, happy, and beautiful.

The illustrations are created using acrylic paint, resulting in a handmade painting. Acrylic paint is known for its bright colors and waterproof properties. When painting, it is important to note that the paint dries very quickly.

The design measures 145mm in height and 100mm in width. It was created by Wen Lung Cho, also known as Cho Wen Lung, Lyon Cho, Mr. Lyon, or Cho Illustration.

The project started in February 2020 in Taipei and was completed in May 2020. The research for this design involved exploring illustrations related to travel, happiness, and things. Cho Wen Lung used his own experiences, music, exhibitions, and online resources to collect data. The research aimed to interpret travel and happiness through illustrations and remind oneself and others of the importance of joy and culture.

This design has been awarded the Iron A' Design Award in the Graphics, Illustration, and Visual Communication Design category in 2022. The Iron A' Design Award is given to well-designed, practical, and innovative creations that meet professional and industrial requirements. It is respected for integrating industry best practices and competent technical characteristics, providing fulfillment and positive feelings, and contributing to a better world.

Image Credits: Illustrator / Cho Wen Lung (Illustrator)