Hanzhang Mao
illustrator, animator
C’est la vie （Sketchbook Collection)

multi-media
2024-2025
“C’est la vie” is a French phrase meaning “That’s life”, often used to express acceptance of life’s ups and downs with a sense of resignation or charm. A series of sketches based on this theme can visually capture the essence of embracing life’s unpredictability, beauty, and imperfections.





Hanzhang Mao

Email:maohanzhang@foxmail.com
Instagram@hanzhang_mao


About Me

My name is Hanzhang Mao. I’m an illustrator / animator.

I enjoy creating narratives that are fun, full of life, and imaginative. I’m also very interested in exploring the integration of illustration with products and advertising.
Fun Facts About Me

1. Bach is my favourite piano composer. 
2. The Smiths is my favourite band.
3. R&B is my fav music genre.
3. Spiders, especially fluffy ones, make me yell.
4. I like Marc Chagall. Birthday is my favorite painting by him.
5. I love Long Island City and Chicago.
6. High Line is my favorite place in Manhattan.