Yong and his creative team.
Born in Wuhan, Hubei Province in 1965, he was admitted to the Department of Decoration, Tsinghua University Academy of Arts and Design (formerly the Central Academy of Arts and Crafts) in 1984, majoring in book binding. He once served as the deputy director of the art editing room of China Youth Publishing House and the art consultant of the United Nations Children's Fund (China). He is currently a member of the Graphic Design Art Committee of the Chinese Artists Association, and serves as a visiting professor at the School of Design of the Central Academy of Fine Arts, the Academy of Fine Arts of Tsinghua University, the Department of Decoration Design of the Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology, and Xihua University.
In 1996, together with Lu Jingren, Ning Chengchun and Zhu Hong***, he held a four-person book design exhibition and published a specially designed collection of works "Four People on Book Design". At that time, It had a great impact on the publishing industry and led to changes in the concept of book design that have affected the world to this day.
In 1998, Wu Yong Design Studio of China Youth Publishing House was established.
In 1995, "Fan Zeng's Painting Collection" won the first prize in the central exhibition area of ??the 4th National Book Binding Art Exhibition; in 1998, "Collection of Enlightenment Bookstore Edition·Famous Prose Series" won the 5th National Book Binding Art Exhibition Exhibition Silver Award. "The Communist Manifesto" won the Gold Medal at the 1998 Book Binding Art Exhibition of Central Committee Department Members and the Hong Kong Designers Association Award. In 2000, it went to Germany and France for academic inspections. In 2000, it designed the "Essence of the Dream of Red Mansions Cigarette Label" The album won the Asia-Pacific Gold Award at the Hong Kong Designers Association Biennale. In 2000, he was entrusted by the Olympic Bid Committee to design the second volume of the Olympic Bid Report (Venue Report). In 2001, the "Highlights of the National Library's Inscriptions" designed Award". In 2001, his personal studio image poster won the "First Hong Kong Award". In 2003, he was invited to design the "2008 Olympic Games Commemorative Banknote". In 2003, he designed the stamp "Chinese National Instruments·Wind Instruments". In 2003, CCTV's "Whimsical" " column for special interviews. In 2004, he was appointed by the Olympic Organizing Committee to design the first publication of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games "China Seal·Dancing Beijing". In 2004, he designed the stamp "Fudan University Centenary Celebration".
Explanation of the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games Emblem
Behind every emblem there is a story.
This story is filled with the hospitality and expectations of Beijing, China. This emblem records Beijing, China’s commitment to the world. This is "Dancing Beijing", this is the "Beijing Olympic Games Emblem".
Milestone
"Dancing Beijing" is an Olympic milestone. It is a classic chapter in the Olympic epic engraved with the spirit of the Chinese nation, written with the connotation of ancient civilization, and forged with the character of the descendants of China; it is concise and profound, showing the evolution and development of a city; it is solemn and romantic, embodying a city. National thoughts and feelings. On the way to "Beijing 2008", people will meet in Beijing, gather in China, and get to know the people here through it.
Commitment
"Dancing Beijing" is the seal of China. This "Chinese Seal" is engraved with the oath of a country with a population of 1.3 billion and 56 ethnic groups to the Olympic Movement; it witnesses the admiration of the Olympic spirit by a nation with ancient civilization and modern style; it presents a future-oriented city's appeal to the Olympic ideal. It is a symbol of integrity; it is a display of self-confidence; it is a solemn and sacred commitment made by Beijing, the host city of the 29th Olympic Games, to the world and all mankind. "Wherever sincerity reaches, gold and stone will open." This emblem, which takes the sage's clear words and creativity as its image and the gold and stone seal as its image, is the respect and sincerity of the Chinese people for the Olympics. When we solemnly print this "China Seal", it means that Beijing, China in 2008 will present a magnificent picture of "peace, friendship, and progress" to the world and will play the "Faster" for all mankind. , Higher, Stronger” passionate movement.
Image
“Dancing Beijing” is the face of this city. It is an image that displays the oriental thoughts and national charm presented by Chinese characters; it is an expression that conveys the unique humanistic characteristics and elegant character of Chinese civilization. Inspired by Chinese calligraphy, the character "京" in Beijing is transformed into a dancing human body, embodying the concept of the "New Olympics" in every stroke. The handwritten "Beijing 2008" draws on the charm of Chinese character shapes to condense the Chinese people's thousands of expressions about the Olympics into concise strokes.
When people appreciate the profound connotation and charm engraved in Chinese characters, a "New Beijing" was born.
Beautiful
“Dancing Beijing” is a color that Chinese people admire. In this logo, red is interpreted extremely strongly, and passion is expressed extremely unrestrainedly. This is the Chinese people's tribute to auspiciousness and beauty, and this is the Chinese people's interpretation of life. Red is the color of the sun, red is the color of the sacred fire, and red represents life and new beginnings. Red is the mood of joy, red is a symbol of vitality, and red is China’s blessing and hospitality to the world.
Heroes
“Dancing Beijing” calls for heroes. The Olympic Games are a stage for heroes, miracles and glory. On this stage, every participant plays an indispensable role. This powerful and dynamic shape is a life poem written by all participants with enthusiasm, emotion and passion. It is an oath of every participant to contribute strength and wisdom to the Olympics. Olympic Heroes inherits the essence of the Olympic movement that combines sports and culture. It cheers for Olympic athletes and applauds art.
Spirit
“Dancing Beijing” is an extension of the totem of the Chinese nation. The running "human" shape represents the beauty and splendor of life. The graceful curves, like the winding body of a dragon, tell the past and future of a civilization; they are like rivers, carrying the long history and the glory of the nation; they are like blood vessels, surging with the vitality of life. In its dance, the sports connotations of "athlete-centered" and "people-oriented" are artistically analyzed and sublimated. If words are insufficient, sing them; if songs are insufficient, dance them. Vibrant Beijing is looking forward to the carnival in 2008, and the Olympics are looking forward to all mankind dancing with it.
Invitation
“Dancing Beijing” is a warm invitation. The open arms in the emblem represent China's openness to welcome people from all countries and regions around the world to join the Olympics, a grand ceremony of "peace, friendship, and progress" for mankind. "It's great to have friends from far away." This is a portrayal of the friendly and hospitable Chinese people's mood, and it is also a sincere expression from Beijing. Come to Beijing to understand the city’s historical features and feel the country’s modern atmosphere. Come to Beijing to enjoy every joy of this city and experience the vitality of this country. Come to Beijing and let us weave a peaceful and beautiful dream together in 2008.