SAM LIANG
Concept Artist & Visual Storyteller | Los Angeles, CA
I’m a digital painting artist with a passion for bringing imaginative worlds to life in films, games, and comics. With a proven track record in creating visually stunning artwork, I specialize in concept art, character design, and storytelling visuals that captivate audiences. Currently based in Los Angeles with full U.S. work authorization (EB-1A Extraordinary Talent Visa), I'm eager to collaborate with creative teams to craft unforgettable visual experiences.
Work Experience
Comic Book Creator & Illustrator
Authored and illustrated a 700-page epic comic series, showcasing storytelling, character design, and visual narrative skills.
Created and published a comic strip blending classical Chinese poetry with modern visuals, published across platforms.
Created, illustrated, and published a 198-page original comic, single-handedly managing all aspects from initial sketches to final artwork, including character design, scenes, and storyboarding.
Film Concept Art Designer
Designed concept art to visualize key scenes, collaborating with the director to shape the film's aesthetic.
Crafted concept artwork to enhance production design for a popular comedic film adaptation.
Developed character and environmental concept art for a mythology-inspired cinematic project.
Contributed concept designs for a high-budget adventure film, supporting pre-production visuals.
Created atmospheric concept art for a visually ambitious fantasy film, aiding production planning.
Storyboard Artist, Illustrator & Game Concept Designer
Designed the UI and conceptual illustrations for a custom desktop trading application (Electron-based), integrating financial data visualization with traditional I Ching philosophical themes.
Illustrated a series of characters and scenes for a city branding initiative, enhancing cultural storytelling.
Collaborated on visual designs for a virtual concert, integrating digital art and animation concepts.
Designed original artwork for a digital collectible series, appealing to modern NFT trends.
Drew atmospheric illustrations for promotional materials, enhancing game marketing visuals.
Digital Painting & Illustration Instructor
Taught digital painting and illustration techniques to over 1000+ students, developing curricula focused on storytelling, concept art, and industry-standard tools (e.g., Photoshop, Procreate).
Skills
- Digital Painting: Expert in creating detailed artwork using industry-standard tools.
- Storyboarding: Skilled in translating scripts into visual sequences for film and commercials.
- Concept Art: Experienced in designing characters, environments, and atmospheres.
- Graphic Design: Proficient in crafting visually compelling designs for branding.
Education
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Beijing Gino Studio | 2012 – 2013
Certificate in Film Language, Digital Painting & Storyboarding -
Nanjing Xiaozhuang College | 2008 – 2012
Bachelor of Arts in Art and Design