BIO :

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Jietong Xu is currently studying Ceramics and Glass at the Royal College of Art (RCA). She previously earned a degree in Illustration and Visual Media from UAL LCC, where she developed a passion for integrating illustration with diverse materials. Her work focuses on transforming imagined worlds into tangible realities, using glass as her primary medium and flames as her brush.

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Artist Statement：

 

My artwork delves into the emotional connections between individuals through the medium of glass. Inspired by the intricate dynamics within my own family, I use glass weaving techniques to bring thoughts and emotions to life. By wielding flames as my brush, I transform glass into a medium that captures the delicate yet resilient nature of human relationships. My pieces reflect the complex interplay of support and conflict, aiming to evoke empathy and introspection. Through my art, I invite viewers to reflect on their own relationships and the healing power of human connection.

 

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​EDUCATION :

 

MA Ceramics & Glass, Royal College of Art, London, UK, 2023–2024

BA Illustration and Visual Media, University of the Arts London, UK, 2020–2023

 

 

AWARDS :

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Shortlist: SSA 125th Annual Exhibition, 2023

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Shortlist: Competition MilanoVetro-35, 2024

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2024 RJ Washington Bursary，2024

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Shortlist: 11th Edition ArtGemini Prize 2024

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Shortlist: Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize 2024: 33PA Emerging Artist Award

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Shortlist:The International Biennale of Glass 2025

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