

Paperlileis
About Paperlileis
Paperlileis started as a platform to express myself artistically outside of school projects; back then, I was still transitioning from analogue media to digital art, and on hindsight, my first attempts were silly and wonky-looking. During the pandemic though, I developed my drawing style to be closer to what it looks like today – brisk and textured, full of light and warmth. I often illustrate my travels around Singapore. Cafes, shophouses or landscapes, I draw upon the emotions and personal experience I had in the moment, to create a mini narrative within the confines of the page. To me, that's what illustration means: to tell a story within a scene.
I get excited when I hear different interpretations of my work. It's really sweet to hear compliments about how my lighting is reminiscent of Edward Hopper, or brought them back to a specific memory of the past. Art-making is a personal and solitary process, but to be able to reach out, and connect with others over my work, is what keeps me drawing!
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Through illustration, I hope to create meaningful experiences for others. If you have a story to tell, or an inspiring project that you want to share with the world, don't hesitate to reach out! Let's make unforgettable connections with the audience that you hope to reach.
























