YI AURA The Yi people, also known as the Lolo, are a minority ethnic group from southwestern China, renowned for their rich cultural heritage, unique language, and traditional festivals. The term "Yi" (夷) carries meanings of pacification and subjugation but also reflects the ancient central plains' disdain for distant tribes. Despite the many historical and cultural changes, the geographical and psychological "margins" of the "Yi" maintain a resilient vitality, much like wildfires that regenerate with the spring wind. In the broader context, the mechanical reproduction of the digital age is also devouring the growth of the "Yi," leading to an accumulation of symbols and kitsch. This exhibition boldly steps into the heart of this conflict, using digital means to reflect on the digital age and traditional methods to disrupt traditional conventions. Through a multimedia presentation of Yi culture, the artists immerse the audience in an atmosphere of cultural disarray, revealing the dislocation between cultural appearances and essences. This forms a mirror to mainstream culture, allowing for the retrieval and re-creation of the "Yi" (Aura). This "vacuum preservation" of cultural essence exists here and now, coexisting with you.

Raine Li is a Yi ethnic artist based in London, whose work seamlessly blends traditional Yi culture with digital art. Her innovative approach, encapsulated by the philosophy of "breaking tradition through tradition," has established her as a pioneer in creating new paradigms for cultural expression in the digital age.
Born into the Yi ethnic minority in China and now residing in London, Raine's multicultural background provides her with a unique perspective that infuses her creations. Her internationally acclaimed "Yi Series" has been featured at prestigious events such as London Design Festival, Milan Design Week, and NYCxDesign, garnering widespread recognition for its groundbreaking fusion of ancient wisdom and contemporary digital techniques.
Raine's art transcends mere preservation of cultural memory; it actively explores new possibilities for cultural inheritance in the digital era. Through multimedia installations and interactive digital experiences, she reinterprets Yi cultural narratives, making them accessible and relevant within a global contemporary context.