"Trace" is an experimental book,whose design is based on the discussion of the meaning of life. In the definition of trace, the meaning given to human traces in life is loyalty to a certain moment of individual life. The book is composed of words left by the author on different media carriers, images taken by his SLR camera, and Reflections on social relations. Thus, the interpretation of meaning can be transformed into words, images, and relationships, which can solidify a trace of life and form another existence and continuation of life individuals, so that there is no barrier to the flow of life.
"Trace" is an experimental book with a size of 210mm*250mm, and the binding method is bare back thread binding. It uses a variety of papers, including silk cotton Gold Diamond paper, super sensitive European cotton ultra white paper, and sulfuric acid paper. In terms of design, gradient elements run through the whole book of traces, which uses three fonts, including typeland Kangxi dictionary trial, TW sung regular and Carmina light BT. In the exhibition, the theme of traces is displayed through the common physical existence in nature - haystack, which echoes the content of the pilot film.
The meaning of life exists in specific practice, which is based on the humanistic care achieved in individuals. The development of human civilization should make as many individuals as possible perfect. It is this deep desire expressed in the category of individual value rationality. And the meaning of the trace given by life may be to find yourself, stick to yourself, and maintain a sense of slow perseverance and toughness.
