doi: 10.18178/ijssh.2026.16.2.1278
Illustration Methods for Life and Death Education—A Practical Study Grounded in Life Philosophy
Xiyu Hu
- Edinburgh College of Art, University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, UK
- Manuscript received June 23, 2025
- accepted October 9, 2025
- published April 17, 2026
Abstract
Death is one of the most profound existential dilemmas encountered in human development. The cognitive understanding of mortality and the artistic expression of emotions related to life and death constitute a critical subject that contemporary society cannot overlook. Based on the philosophical theories of life, this article applies the form of illustration in art education to propose innovative methods and strategies for life-and-death education. By integrating commemorative and abstract sculptures, metaphorical installations, culturally reflective paintings, and interactive card games, our project builds a framework for illustrative design practices and exhibitions centered on mortality. These art forms engage individuals across age groups to confront death, reflect on life’s significance, and cultivate constructive perspectives on existence. The project offers a novel paradigm for embedding illustration in life-and-death education, expanding its conceptual and practical boundaries through practical experimentation.
Keywords
- illustration
- life philosophy
- death education
- exhibition design
How to Cite
Xiyu Hu, "Illustration Methods for Life and Death Education—A Practical Study Grounded in Life Philosophy," International Journal of Social Science and Humanity, vol. 16, no. 2, pp. 51-56, 2026. https://doi.org/ 10.18178/ijssh.2026.16.2.1278
Copyright & License
Copyright © 2026 by the authors. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited (CC BY 4.0).