Identity Crisis

PrizeShortlist in Illustrate (graphic)
University/SchoolSavannah College of Art and Design
ArtistYuehan Yang
CategoryNon-Professional

Identity Crisis considers international students' identity. Identity difficulties are prevalent when changing cultures, languages, and social norms. Personal and cultural names are often modified, mispronounced, or forgotten, making people feel more isolated. This project shows that names matter in emergencies. Print and visual typography show name changes. Identity loss and how it affects emotions and culture are the book's themes. Identity Crisis combines graphic design and human experiences for international students. Knowledge of cultural identification helps.