Wang (Sophie) Xi
The Pandemic
HD video with rotoscope and freeform animation
Running time: 3 minutes 22 seconds
2020
ARS 162  Intro to Digital Media (Lucretia Knapp)

Recipient of Tryon Prize for Art 2020

Statement:
Tiny lifeless viruses are frantically kidnapping cells, reproducing, killing people, and changing the order of the world. Meanwhile, animals are freed as human beings are trapped at home. Is the pandemic a punishment from nature? This video triptych records my emotions, behavior, thoughts, and reflection during the pandemic period, as well as exploring the new relationship and interaction between the microorganism, animals, and human beings.