Check Out Jingxiang Lu’s Story

Today we’d like to introduce you to Jingxiang Lu.

Alright, so thank you so much for sharing your story and insight with our readers. To kick things off, can you tell us a bit about how you got started?
My name is Lu Jingxiang. In 2011, I earned a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from a reputable institution in China. Subsequently, in 2016, I pursued a major in Fine Arts at the Academy of Art University in San Francisco. I am advancing my academic journey with a graduate degree in Game Development. My passion for games and animation can be traced back to my early years. While in college, I proactively acquired skills in 3D software and had the privilege to contribute as a 3D artist and game designer at three mobile game companies. These professional experiences have only intensified my resolve to delve deeper into the realm of fine art.

Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Before deciding to relocate to the United States, my parents expressed reservations about my aspiration to become an artist—a field with which they were unfamiliar and which evoked considerable apprehension. They envisioned a future for me in accounting, my initial study area. However, during that phase of youthful ambition, I found accounting to be uninspiring and devoid of the passion I sought. While persuading them was challenging, I was resolute in following my heart. Upon securing a job offer, I independently explored opportunities online and embarked on a new journey in a different city without their prior knowledge. My mother’s initial anxieties gradually subsided as I demonstrated stability and growth in my career.

Subsequently, I contemplated advancing my education in the U.S., recognizing that it is home to many leading game and animation companies. Despite initial skepticism from my family, my father became a pillar of support once I received an acceptance letter from a reputable institution. Their concerns were rooted in love: they questioned the impulsiveness of my decision and the stability of the nascent industry I was venturing into.

Upon my arrival in the U.S., I encountered many unforeseen challenges, predominantly from linguistic and cultural disparities. This made my initial adaptation phase challenging, and I often hesitated to engage deeply with my instructors. However, fortune introduced me to two exceptional mentors, Zhaoming Wu and Oliver Sin. Their unwavering guidance and support were instrumental. Bolstered by their encouragement, I established meaningful connections, expanded my circle of friends, and drew invaluable inspiration from global artists.

Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your work?
I am an accomplished oil painting artist with a distinct aptitude for crafting portraits and clothed figures. Beyond oil painting, I am adept at using charcoal for detailed sketching. While I remain faithful to traditional oil painting methodologies, I infuse my work with Eastern aesthetic nuances. A hallmark of my artistic expression is the “lost and found” technique, which imbues my pieces with a unique character.

If we knew you growing up, how would we have described you?
I was born and raised in Nanyang, a quaint county in China steeped in a rich history spanning over three millennia. This region takes evidence of human endeavors tracing back to half a million years ago. Following my middle school education, my family, aspiring for me to benefit from a superior educational system, sent me to Singapore. During this phase, I found myself entangled in the world of fantasy novels, often struggling to discern fiction from reality. This preoccupation took a toll on my academic performance, leaving me adrift and uncertain about my future.

Upon my return to China, the educational frameworks’ disparities made it challenging for me to continue my studies seamlessly. My family, believing in responsibility and discipline, proposed a military path for me. Burdened by a sense of obligation, I heeded their advice and enlisted. The military’s stringent regimen and its repetitive routines initially overwhelmed me. However, observing the unwavering commitment and zeal of my comrades prompted introspection. It kindled my desire to seek purpose and derive meaning from my life’s journey.

During that transformative phase, the evocative animations of Hayao Miyazaki served as both a refuge and a muse for me. They kindled a passion to convey my narratives and emotions, hoping to forge a connection with others. My singular life journey, enriched by my affinity for Chinese fantasy literature, endowed me with a novel vantage point. Consequently, despite familial reservations, I immersed myself in game art and its underlying theories after my military tenure.

Today, I navigate my artistic path with renewed vigor and clarity, driven by an ambition to hone my craft and articulate the many tales that beckon from within.

Contact Info:

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