Yifan Wu (b. 1997, China) is a Chinese photographer currently based in London. She completed her undergraduate studies at Shandong University of the Arts in 2019 before earning her Master's degree in Photography from the University of the Arts London in 2022. Her recent focus has been on capturing portraits of individuals in the UK, while also exploring themes of intimacy and connection in contemporary society. Delving into the complexities of attraction in an increasingly digital world, she meticulously crafts images to explore this theme. Her work is deeply concerned with the intersection of intimacy and technology in modern life. For one project, she conducted interviews with a diverse group of young people residing in London, probing their understanding and experiences of intimacy while capturing their portraits.
In her earlier works, Yifan experimented with mixed media techniques, blending various materials with photography to create captivating compositions. Her explorations included combining acrylics, glass, mirrors, curtains, yarn, and colored paper with photographic elements. Additionally, she documented scenes along riverbanks and the lives of villagers in her hometown,
