In the beginning, I did feel the huge pressure of designing a formal outfit for the whole sports team. Despite making graphics for the T-shirts before, I was in doubt several times about if I was “experienced enough” for this task. I am glad looking back I persisted and followed through the whole process with the help and feedback of my teammates. I was thrilled when during the 2022 Indoor Nationals, people praised the jersey design in front of me. This was the joy of knowing my design brightens people’s life - which is much more powerful than simply being satisfied with the outcome by myself.

Looking through the gradual “evolution” of my design versions, I directly see the beauty of “simplicity” - with only 3 colors, in the end, I was still able to create different textures and contrasts while having the jersey redirecting the viewers’ attention back to the individual archers.

Besides, it was a truly empowering experience shooting in the competitions wearing the jersey designed by me!