Unleash Your Imagination, Illuminate Your Creativity!

At Lumine Academy, we believe in the transformative power of art to illuminate young minds and shape their futures. Our mission is to provide a nurturing and inspiring environment where children can explore their creativity, cultivate their artistic talents, and develop a lifelong passion for the arts.

Drawing from the profound meaning of "illuminate," we strive to shed light on the unique abilities and potential residing within each child. We recognize that artistic expression goes beyond mere aesthetics; it has the power to ignite curiosity, foster self-expression, and unlock boundless imagination.

Meet the Team

  • Ms. Huang aka Ms. Yellow

    Founder, senior instructor and curriculum designer.

  • Ms. Yishu

    Senior instructor and curriculum designer.

  • Ms. Bella

    6 years of teaching experience

  • Ms. Aiwen

    Instructor and Sketch Program Lead

    Teaching since 2015 for adults and kids

    BFA from the Academy of Art University

    Aiwen specializes in drawing and painting. After graduation, she continued to take workshops and study with many master artists and mentors. Aiwen loves to do plein air painting, where she finds the beauty in nature. Her art reflects everyday human life and celebrates the beauty of the natural world.

    Her artwork has been selected in numerous juried art shows and has earned numerous awards, including the De Young Museum's Opening 2023 show, the Celebrating California show from the California Art Club, the Capitola Plein Air Competition, and the Iconic California show hosted by the Coastal Art League gallery, among others. Her artworks have been collected by many art collectors nationally.

    Aiwen loves kids; she enjoys sharing the joy of art with children, helping and cultivating their creativity, building their self-confidence, and enriching their lives.

  • Ms. Jean

    Instructor

    8 years of teaching experience

    BFA Queensland College of Art in Australia

    Hello, I'm Ms Jean. It brings me great joy to work with children of different ages in exploring the world of art through various methods.

    With eight years of teaching experience, I have been dedicated to art education since graduating from the Queensland College of Art in Australia.

    Over the years, I have taught at various international schools and art institutions, nurturing creativity and artistic expression in young minds.

    I have a deep passion for both handicrafts and design, and I warmly welcome every child to join me in creating vibrant and fascinating works of art together!

  • Ms. Cecilia

    Instructor

    5 years of teaching experience

    With extensive experience as an art educator, I bring a comprehensive approach to teaching across multiple artistic disciplines.

    Holding a bachelor's degree in art and years of professional experience in art instruction, I specialize in various media, including sketching, watercolor, oil painting, and color theory.

    My teaching philosophy goes beyond technical skills, focusing on nurturing students' creativity, imagination, and aesthetic sensibilities.

  • Ms. Audrey

    Instructor

    3 years of teaching experience.

    Hi, I’m Audrey.

    I’ve had the pleasure of working in education for the past 3 years as an art teacher in Palo Alto and a special education teacher in Los Altos. Outside of teaching, I’m a multidisciplinary artist focused on digital art and costume making. I enjoy helping bright young minds explore their passion and develop their creativity.

  • Ms. Ying

    Instructor and curriculum designer.

    Over 10 Years of Teaching Experience

    With over ten years of experience in art education, I’ve had the pleasure of working with students of all ages, especially young children. After graduating from the Xi'an Academy of Fine Arts, I spent three years as a university instructor, working with students in both advanced art programs and preparatory classes for art school entrance exams. I’m passionate about encouraging creativity in children and enjoy watching them grow through art. My main focus is on watercolor and oil painting, and I also have a strong background in sculpture. Art education is something I truly care about, and I’m dedicated to helping young artists discover their potential.