Ann Zhulan

In childhood, she often asked herself, “Who am I?” Rapidly and continuously, without pauses, she repeated this question in her thoughts, delving into a realization of her “Self” beyond the boundaries of body and mind—a profound authenticity as a part of the Universe. The feeling of awareness and immersion into the depths of her being was unforgettable, though it lasted only a fleeting moment. As an adult, she lost this ability, but the memory of that experience inspired her to create The World of the Subconscious series. This series explores self-recognition through the allegorical image of the Tree as a symbol of life.