CHINESE-INSPIRED ILLUSTRATIONS
As a Chinese Malaysian, I love exploring my heritage by creating illustrations that infuse Chinese motifs, folklore and culture.
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Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋节)
Inspired by childhood memories of night-time strolls around the neighbourhood with traditional lanterns and snacking on mooncakes during Mid-Autumn Festival.
Legend of Qi Xi Festival (七夕节)
Qi Xi is the celebration of Chinese Valentine’s Day. Legend tells of the story of this pair of star-crossed lovers who reunites on this night in the skies on a bridge formed by magpies. The festival is celebrated every day on the 7th day of the 7th month in the lunar calendar - “Qi Xi” (七夕)
Princess Wendy: Full-Colour Chapter Book Spread
Sample student project brief with Nosy Crow. For this princess adventure tale, I introduced a Chinese + European culture mix in the character designs, architecture and setting.
Year of the Tiger