Artist Statement: This work uses a vibrant color palette, with the focal point centered on the piano keys, where the performer's fingertips rest. The figures on both sides of the upper panel resemble attentive listeners, forming a quiet and immersive moment shared between the musician and the audience. Floral and star motifs emerge and radiate from the piano keys, as if the music itself is awakening hope and life. The patterns on either side also guide the viewer's attention back to the keys, echoing the presence of passersby who pause beside the performer—absorbing and carrying away the power of the melody. Through this design, I hope to align with the rhythm of music and illuminate the hearts of busy passersby in the city.
Yuke Li is a New York-based visual artist who graduated from the MFA Illustration as Visual Essay Program at the School of Visual Arts, specializing in culture and community-oriented projects across books and public art. She has been involved in public art projects in various cities, including New York City, Boston, San Francisco, Scottsdale, and Missoula. She has led a team in creating an indoor traditional acrylic mural, as well as a street vinyl art installation. Her work blends storytelling with visual experimentation.
