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YouYou was invited to participate in the Phenomenology of Life Art Academic Forum & International Art Exhibition, a key event celebrating China-Japan cultural exchange through art and philosophy. The exhibition gathered artists and scholars from across the globe to explore the many dimensions of life-centered art. YouYou presented several of her signature works, offering a unique perspective on resilience, healing, and the beauty of existence.

Exploring Life’s Light and Healing Through Firework Boy

As an invited artist, YouYou showcased three key works: Dancing Stars, Through This Hard Journey, and Per aspera ad astra. These pieces reflect the core spirit of her iconic character, Firework Boy — a figure that embodies hope, courage, and inner light in the face of life’s challenges.

Firework Boy serves as a creative metaphor for the human journey, encouraging viewers to rediscover their inner strength and resilience. Through rich colors and emotionally resonant imagery, YouYou invites the audience to reflect on both the fragility and brilliance of life.

Her works align naturally with the forum’s core themes, offering a poetic and visual exploration of how art can illuminate the human condition and foster personal healing.

Fostering Dialogue in Life Art

As part of this international gathering, YouYou’s participation contributed to the ongoing dialogue between contemporary artists and scholars within the life art movement. Her works resonated with viewers and sparked reflection on life’s meaning and the inner spark we all carry.

By bridging art with life philosophy, YouYou continues to explore new ways of connecting with global audiences, encouraging them to cherish the light within — no matter how difficult the journey may be.