Blunt Action on Creating Universes That Feel Like Glitches in the Matrix
Blunt Action is a New York City-based creative studio specializing in art, animation, gaming, and music. Co-founded by longtime collaborators Colby and Ethan, the studio evolved from a shared passion for music production and visual storytelling. What began as beat-making and rough mixes in college quickly expanded into immersive 3D world-building, merging their skills in sound, animation, and design under the Blunt Action name. We asked Blunt Action about their art, creative process, and inspirations.
Modern Myths: Yicheng Zhu Paints the Soul of Chinese Folklore
Yicheng Zhu is a concept artist and visual storyteller whose work bridges cultural heritage and imaginative design. After several years creating concept art for video games and animation, she’s now expanding into more personal, experimental forms of art. While her professional work is grounded in solving visual problems for creative teams, Yicheng’s recent explorations dive into abstract techniques that allow for deeper emotional expression. We asked Yicheng about her art, creative process, and inspirations.