We’re looking forward to introducing you to Lynn Chen. Check out our conversation below.
Hi Lynn, thank you so much for joining us today. We’re thrilled to learn more about your journey, values and what you are currently working on. Let’s start with an ice breaker: What makes you lose track of time—and find yourself again?
I think we all feel time fly when we’re doing something we love. For me, it’s painting—finding the right brushstrokes to show the beauty of light always makes me lose track of time. And of course, scrolling on my phone does that too… still working on cutting back there.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m an art director at MoonActive, specializing in lighting keys for game assets. I also freelance as a character designer for animation studios such as Illumination and DreamWorks TV. In my free time, I work on my personal project, Mochi Bun—a series of illustrations featuring my corgi, Mochi. My personal work helps me relieve stress while sharing a cheerful tone that captures my audience’s attention and brings uplifting energy.
Okay, so here’s a deep one: Who taught you the most about work?
Lately, I often think about my mom, who still lives in China. She’s a doctor, not an artist, but the dedication and compassion she brings to her work have always inspired me. Growing up, I watched her manage a demanding schedule and pull night shifts—it was incredibly difficult, but I could always see the pride and fulfillment in her eyes. Now that I’m a mother of two myself, I’ve come to see work not just as a job, but as a way to pursue what we love and become who we want to be. To me, that’s even more valuable than the technical skills of the work itself. I’ll definitely need to give her a big thank-you hug the next time I visit.
When you were sad or scared as a child, what helped?
As I mentioned, my mom worked as a doctor in China, and when I was little, we lived in the employee apartments on the hospital grounds. Coming home from school at night was terrifying for me—someone had told me that behind the gate, in the dark alleyway, was where the morgue was. I had to imagine a ‘shield’ around myself and run as fast as I could. Nowadays, I don’t need that shield anymore, but I’ll always remember that our minds have incredible power, and that imagination and courage can give us so much strength.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. Is the public version of you the real you?
Not entirely. The cute, cheerful illustrations on my Instagram are actually my way of dealing with stress and anxiety. Usually, a sketch starts out a little sad or heavy, but by the time I finish it, I add a positive twist—like a tiny hamster cheering up my corgi. The emotions in the artwork often reflect how I really feel, but I don’t want to pass along the negative vibes to my audience. So in a way, I’m hiding some of my raw emotions behind these illustrations—it’s my little disguise.
Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. When do you feel most at peace?
I feel most at peace on days when I have clear goals and a simple, focused painting task. When I first started my current job, that was my everyday experience—I could just sip my coffee and paint, fully immersed in the work. Nowadays, with tasks from both work and life piling up, I have to manage my time carefully, but carving out those focused painting moments still brings me a sense of calm and balance.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.lynnchenart.com
- Instagram: lynnchen66
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lynnchenart
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lynnchenart/
- Other: artstation: https://www.artstation.com/lynnchen
