Shannon Xiangnuo Xiao

Motion + illustration | Based in LA.


I like stories that are a little offbeat, but still hit home.





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O for Origin
This project explores the concept of origin through the lens of the circular form “O, as I noticed the shape of O is common in nature.


Concept
Moved by the visual poetry of the video, I centered my design around the recurring presence of the “O” in nature—from microscopic cells to cosmic structures. This elemental shape served as a unifying motif to express the deep interconnectivity of life at every scale. By highlighting the quiet power and universality of the circle, I aimed to convey a sense of wonder and continuity that mirrors the natural world’s repeating patterns and eternal rhythms.




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