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I'm Hyesung Choi, artist working across illustration and ceramics based in Los Angeles, California. I work in illustration, ceramics, and collaborative design projects, combining traditional techniques with playful and creative ideas. Through teaching art to PreK-18 students and developing original picturebooks, I enjoy turning imaginative ideas into tangible pieces—whether on paper, ceramic ware, or immersive installations. I'm passionate about community projects and studio practice that explore storytelling and function. My portfolio can be checked out on : hyesungkcchoi.com…I'm Hyesung Choi, artist working across illustration and ceramics based in Los Angeles, California. I work in illustration, ceramics, and collaborative design projects, combining traditional techniques with playful and creative ideas. Through teaching art to PreK-18 students and developing original picturebooks, I enjoy turning imaginative ideas into tangible pieces—whether on paper, ceramic ware, or immersive installations. I'm passionate about community projects and studio practice that explore storytelling and function. My portfolio can be checked out on : hyesungkcchoi.com

Hyesung Choi

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Illustrator, Designer, Book Illustrator, +2

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I'm Hyesung Choi, artist working across illustration and ceramics based in Los Angeles, California. I work in illustration, ceramics, and collaborative design projects, combining traditional techniques with playful and creative ideas. Through teaching art to PreK-18 students and developing original picturebooks, I enjoy turning imaginative ideas into tangible pieces—whether on paper, ceramic ware, or immersive installations. I'm passionate about community projects and studio practice that explore storytelling and function. My portfolio can be checked out on : hyesungkcchoi.com…I'm Hyesung Choi, artist working across illustration and ceramics based in Los Angeles, California. I work in illustration, ceramics, and collaborative design projects, combining traditional techniques with playful and creative ideas. Through teaching art to PreK-18 students and developing original picturebooks, I enjoy turning imaginative ideas into tangible pieces—whether on paper, ceramic ware, or immersive installations. I'm passionate about community projects and studio practice that explore storytelling and function. My portfolio can be checked out on : hyesungkcchoi.com

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Pasadena, United States

I’m Hyesung Choi, artist working across illustration and ceramics based in Los Angeles, California. I work in illustration, ceramics, and collaborative design projects, combining traditional techniques with playful and creative ideas.

Through teaching art to PreK-18 students and developing original picturebooks, I enjoy turning imaginative ideas into tangible pieces—whether on paper, ceramic ware, or immersive installations. I’m passionate about community projects and studio practice that explore storytelling and function.

My portfolio can be checked out on : hyesungkcchoi.com

Skills

Charcoal Illustration

Childrens Book Illustration

Illustration

Pencil Illustration

Adobe Illustrator

Experience Level

Charcoal Illustration

Expert

Childrens Book Illustration

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Watercolour Illustration

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Korean

Fluent

Work Experience

Instructor at Lumiere art Studio

January 1, 2018 - Present

Developed creative curriculum and gallery preparation projects; taught traditional art techniques including acrylic painting, watercolor, clay, color pencils, and crafts.

Instructor and Illustrator at Lumiere Picturebook by Kids

January 1, 2019 - Present

Guided children in creating and publishing original picturebooks; taught storytelling, illustrations, and book composition; managed editing, post-production, and publishing.

Ceramic Designer at Sonmari LA

January 1, 2025 - Present

Designed and created custom ceramic tableware and 50 hand-rolled holders for restaurant collaborations.

Ceramic Designer at Serein Botanical

January 1, 2025 - Present

Designed and created ceramic candle vessels for collaborative projects, inspired by playful summer-inspired forms.

Art Educator / Curriculum Developer at Lumiere Art Studio

January 1, 2018 - Present

Developed creative curriculum and gallery preparation projects; taught traditional art techniques including acrylic painting, watercolor, clay, colored pencils, and crafts.

Art Instructor & Publisher at Lumiere Picturebook by Kids

January 1, 2019 - Present

Guided children in creating and publishing original picturebooks; taught storytelling, illustrations, and book composition; managed editing, post-production, and publishing.

Ceramic Vessel Designer at Serein Botanical

December 30, 2024 - Present

Designed and created ceramic candle vessel for collaborative projects, inspired by playful summer-inspired forms.

Artist assistant at FriendsWithYou

November 14, 2019 - November 28, 2025

Assisted in creating characters, props, and enviroments for large-scale art installations. / Utilized sculpting and painting techniques to support immersive visual experiences/ Contributed to character development and storyelling elements across multiple projects