Xuyuan (River) Hu is an award-winning graphic designer and illustrator based in Madison, Wisconsin. Inspired by Asian and contemporary pop culture, he transforms the everyday into playful, whimsical visual experiences through his distinctive artistic voice.
Driven by a deep interest in the interplay between past and present, River creates work that stirs memory and evokes a sense of nostalgia, inviting viewers to reconnect with familiar stories through a fresh visual lens.
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Education
Design
MFA
Tyler School of Art and Architecture
Studio Arts
Exchange Program
California State University, Long Beach
Awards
Flux Awards
Brand Identity
2023
Wild Card Award
Temple University Graduation Award
2023
Winner
Illustration
Communication Arts
2023
Sliver Award
UCDA Design Awards
2023
Finalist
Hiii Illustration International Competition
2023
Shortlist
Design
Communication Arts
2023
Runner Up Award
Locally Sourced
AIGA Philadephia
2022
Exhibits
Illustration West 61 Exhibition
Society of Illustrators of Los Angeles
2023
“What a Time to Be Alive”
Atelier Art Gallery Philadelphia
2023
“Life in Color”
Thinker Makers Society Philadelphia
2022
Last Updated 07.19.24