Sam Liang

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.

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Work Experience

Comic Book Creator & Illustrator

"Snow on the Brow" (Original Comic Book, 700 Pages)
2023 – Present

Authored and illustrated a 700-page epic comic series, showcasing storytelling, character design, and visual narrative skills.

"Tales from Tang Poetry" (Original Comic Strip)
2022 – 2023

Created and published a comic strip blending classical Chinese poetry with modern visuals, published across platforms.

"The Chill of Strangers" (Original Comic Book)
2013 – 2014

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

"Let Love Reignite" (UCN Movie)
2018

Designed concept art to visualize key scenes, collaborating with the director to shape the film's aesthetic.

"Love Apartment" (Feature Film)
2017

Crafted concept artwork to enhance production design for a popular comedic film adaptation.

"Lotus Prince Nezha" (Feature Film)
2016

Developed character and environmental concept art for a mythology-inspired cinematic project.

"Time Raiders" (Feature Film | Dir. Li Rengang)
2015

Contributed concept designs for a high-budget adventure film, supporting pre-production visuals.

"Chronicles of the Ghostly Tribe" (Feature Film | Dir. Lu Chuan)
2014

Created atmospheric concept art for a visually ambitious fantasy film, aiding production planning.

Storyboard Artist, Illustrator & Game Concept Designer

"I Ching Trading System" App Design & Illustrations
2025

Designed the UI and conceptual illustrations for a custom desktop trading application (Electron-based), integrating financial data visualization with traditional I Ching philosophical themes.

"Fuliang Xiaoliang" IP Image Series
2022

Illustrated a series of characters and scenes for a city branding initiative, enhancing cultural storytelling.

Virtual Concert Project: Art Painting Heaven
2022

Collaborated on visual designs for a virtual concert, integrating digital art and animation concepts.

18 Digital Collection Series
2022

Designed original artwork for a digital collectible series, appealing to modern NFT trends.

"World of Tanks 2" Game Promo
2016

Drew atmospheric illustrations for promotional materials, enhancing game marketing visuals.

Digital Painting & Illustration Instructor

Yishi CG Digital Painting Academy
2014 – 2025

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

  • Beijing Gino Studio | 2012 – 2013
    Certificate in Film Language, Digital Painting & Storyboarding
  • Nanjing Xiaozhuang College | 2008 – 2012
    Bachelor of Arts in Art and Design