Lingbo Group Visual Design
Illum Cube
Throughout my career, I have been deeply involved in projects for Nintendo and the Shanghai IKEA LIVAT Center, and have provided design services for major clients including IKEA and Wanda Group. I have led the visual and packaging design for various consumer products, including beverages, tobacco, and other goods on the market. Through innovative visual storytelling and strong brand alignment, I have helped products stand out and increase market competitiveness.
With a solid art foundation and cross-industry project experience, I am skilled at driving design projects efficiently and delivering impactful results across diverse business contexts.
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Academy of Art University
Visual Development 2014-2018
Bachelor of Fine Art
Sichuan Normal University
Animation 2009-2013
Illumcube, San Francisco
Illustration, Graphic Design, Packaging Design
Illustrator
Design and Customize, LLC, San Francisco
Illustration, Graphic Design
Visual Designer
The Knockout Design Group, Chicago, IL
Packaging Design, Graphic Design, 3D Modeling
Marketing Designer
Intergem, Cuppertino, CA
UI Design, Graphic Design, Illustrator
Intership
Zing Games, Chicago, IL
Concepet Design, 2D and 3D Character Design, Game UI
Illustrator of the Future Issue.38
https://writersofthefuture.com/winners-announced/
Creative Quarterly
Issue.58
https://shop.cqjournal.com/products/creative-quarterly-issue-58
San Francisco Examiner, 2022
San Francisco Artist Colin Zhang Keeps Eyes
Locked on Future
https://www.sfexaminer.com/our_sections/faces/san-francisco-artist-colin-zhang-keeps-eyes-locked-on-future/article_6cbbbc96-ed99-11ec-9d3e-37322c0e3401.html
Voyage LA 2023,2024
https://voyagela.com/interview/rising-stars-meet-xiaomeng-zhang-of-san-francisco/
0.125OZ Book, 2024
SHOUTOUTLA
https://shoutoutla.com/meet-xiaomeng-zhang-illustrator/
CanvasRebel 2024
Meet Xiaomeng Zhang
https://canvasrebel.com/?post_types=&s=xiaomeng+zhang
Xinhua New Agency 2022
ILLUSTRACIENCIA
https://www.blog.illustraciencia.info/2019/10/colin-zhang-teuthidodrilus.html
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe After Effects
Procreate
Maya
Zbrush
Blender
Paris Design Award 2024
Illustrator of the year
L.Ron Hubbard, Illustrator of the future
2024
Rookie Awards
Rookie of the Year, Concept Artist
2020
Zombie Rollerz
Most Promising Game In Development 2016
Last Updated 24.10.31
This project involved the full design and execution of a custom wall mural for Chic n’ Time, a fast-casual restaurant located in the heart of San Francisco. I was responsible for the entire visual development—from initial concept sketches and color palette planning to final on-site execution using acrylic paint.
The mural’s design draws from the everyday charm and iconic visual identity of San Francisco. Elements such as the Golden Gate Bridge, classic row houses, cable cars, rolling hills, and street signage are reinterpreted through a modern, minimalistic illustration style. The visual storytelling emphasizes community, movement, and local pride—positioning the restaurant as a cheerful and approachable neighborhood gathering spot.
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The artwork features flat geometric forms, rounded figures, and a carefully curated palette combining vibrant accent colors (orange, green, and blue) with neutral pastels. These choices align with the brand’s tone—youthful, energetic, and down-to-earth.
The mural was hand-painted directly onto the interior walls using high-quality acrylic paint. This medium was chosen for its rich pigmentation, durability, and matte finish, which allows the illustrations to stand out clearly against the concrete interior walls. The process included surface preparation, projection-guided outlining, layered color blocking, and detail refinement.
In addition to the main mural across the dining area, the graphic language was extended to additional walls and corners, ensuring consistency throughout the space and creating an immersive brand experience. The result is a welcoming, visually memorable environment that reflects both the essence of the Chic n’ Time brand and the spirit of the city it serves