Minqian Luo
"Dream Hometown" is a deeply personal project inspired by my dreams and childhood experiences growing up in Hong Kong. I transform the world around me into something magical—colorful skyscrapers, fantastical creatures roaming the streets, and surreal landscapes that once filled my childhood dreams. These recurring themes became my escape and a way to heal, allowing me to reimagine my surroundings into vibrant, whimsical worlds.Some images may be cropped. Click on an image to see the full image without cropping.
Minqian Luo
This is the cover of my illustrated book Heart of Gears, set in a world ravaged by global geological upheavals. Humanity's last hope lies in finding and cultivating the first sapling of the legendary "Tree of Life." The story follows Alex, a young war survivor, who discovers a damaged robot. With its help, he embarks on a perilous journey to locate and plant the sacred tree.
Minqian Luo
This is a page from my illustrated book Heart of Gears, depicting a heartwarming moment between protagonist Alex and robot Lily after they become friends. Together they gaze at the fantastical sky, imagining celestial whales swimming across the starry expanse.
Minqian Luo
This is an illustration of characters from my toy series Witch & Monsters, which tells the story of in a secluded castle, a lonely witch lives in solitude. To cope with her isolation, she begins crafting toy monsters to keep her company. Using her magic, she grants them the ability to come alive at night. However, as midnight strikes, these once-innocent toys transform into real monsters, driven by a hunger for humans.
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Character artwork from my toy series Witch & Monsters, depicting the witch in the process of crafting her peculiar creations
Minqian Luo
BFA Illustration
I’m a visual development artist and illustrator with a passion for storytelling through
art. I was born and raised in Hong Kong and am now based in Los Angeles. I specialize
in character design, background design, world-building, and creating art toys. My
illustrations blend realism with whimsy, embedding emotional truth into vibrant cityscapes
and eccentric characters.
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