Welcome to Kliuwong's creative space.
Hey, nice to meet you!
Hey I am Kristen, aka Kliuwong. I’m a Los Angeles-based artist originally from San Francisco. Growing up in a family of teachers - my mom is an art teacher - I’ve always had a passion for the arts and an interest in expressing myself creatively. That love of art and storytelling led me to study Illustration at Pratt Institute where I developed my interests in painting, drawing, communication design, and printmaking, which are all areas I continue to work in throughout my practice. Since graduating, I've regularly shown my art in galleries all over the United States and internationally. In addition to my gallery practice, I've worked as a freelance illustrator with an extensive range of clients on projects ranging from murals to editorial illustrations to clothing lines and now I also teach at Laguna College of Art & Design. My art focuses on women and the complexity of human nature - real, layered, and powerful. I love bright, vibrant colors paired with aggressive energy, plus the little details that make a piece feel alive. Everything I create celebrates individuality, strength, and the unexpected.
Today, you can choose to transform your art from "okay" to impossible to ignore
With my guidance you will be able to:
Create Artwork with Flow, Focus, and Intention
Build the exact creative framework needed to take an idea from spark to finished illustration without losing momentum or direction.
Illustrate Fierce Feminine Characters That Command Attention
Master the foundations of figure drawing, gesture, and composition to create women that feel powerful, emotionally charged, and visually unforgettable.
Produce Clean, High-Impact Final Illustrations
Refine, ink, and digitize your work with professional-level precision so your finished pieces feel polished, bold, and ready to make an impression.
My Art Approach
My art celebrates real women and the complexity of human nature, showing who we truly are - layered, strong, and unapologetic. I use bright, vibrant colors paired with bold, aggressive energy to make each piece pop. Details and little unexpected touches bring life and personality to every illustration. Every work is a mix of intentional design and playful spontaneity, capturing the beauty of being human.
Get in Touch
I’d love to hear from you! Whether you’re interested in course, commissions, collaborations, or just want to chat about art, feel free to reach out. You can use the form below to send me a message. I will respond as quickly as possible and look forward to connecting with you!
