I Will Try Not to Worry About Moving Anymore is a picture book I wrote and illustrated. I had the privilege to work at the Venice Biennale 2024 for the British Pavilion for a month in August 2024, where I created this book as a project during this fellowship program.

Resonating with the Biennale’s 2024 theme “Strangers Everywhere”, this little book tells the story of a young bear who had to move homes and learned to cherish life without feeling like a stranger everywhere. I understand that modern life often involves a lot of movement, and many children face situations similar to mine. I hope this book will comfort them and encourage them to cherish their current lives.

I hope to emphasise the unavoidable nature of moving in modern life and how to address this sense of drifting. The comforting aspect of my book lies in its message: no matter where you are, your home is truly your home. While a house may be rented, life itself is not, and each day without appreciation is a loss. I hope those who read this book will feel encouraged to embrace life’s changes, make new friends, face loss bravely, and live each day to the fullest.