“Allure commissioned illustrations for the featured page of its Beauty of K-pop series. The subjects varied widely, including different aspects of K-pop culture, from music to cosmetics, and even an analysis of the mental health problems of K-pop idols. I had to depict each subject with eight illustrations, and borrowed many characteristics of K-pop culture, including detailed elements and colors. Given all the challenges Asian communities faced at the time with COVID-19, I was happy to work on something positive.”