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Tips for the Journey to Find Yourself: An Animation Artwork

Li June Han (MA, AThR)
Singapore

Li June is an artist and art psychotherapist. Through artmaking, she fosters love for imagination, diversity, and invites many to go on journeys of personal discovery. Her illustrations, writing and therapy work connect her intimately with people from all walks of life.


The genesis of the animation artwork came in the form of a sudden reckoning. One morning, I was startled awake by the question of where I was going and who I was. As an art psychotherapist, I often guided others on their journeys of self-discovery to find their authentic selves. I wondered if I have answers for my quest for true identity. Working on this animation artwork, I realized that I had scoured nooks and corners in my psyche, even traveled far and wide to look for answers. Through the creative process, I was glad to be reminded where I ought to be looking.