About Melanie Kim

I am an illustrator based in Los Angeles with a BFA from ArtCenter College of Design in Pasadena CA.

My work has always been an exploration of what I feel and see from nature and past experiences. I strive to capture the beauty of colors, shapes, and organic patterns in my own unique interpretations.

My family is from Korea. My mother was a shoe designer there. She took me with her whenever she went on business trips to Europe and East Asia. My mother was obsessed with the beauty of fashion. Growing up and seeing aesthetically pleasing products and art pieces all over the world made me fall in love with the beauty of color, shapes, and patterns, and the incredible power they held within. I was always fascinated by products or art pieces that could draw one's attention. It always made me wonder what kind of attributes a piece had that made me stare at the particular work longer. Since I have always strived to produce work like this for others.

I am Melanie Kim, a designer, and editorial illustrator. I want to create, learn, and always stay curious.