• Welcome, nice to meet you!

    I'm Han, an award-winning, contemporary artist based in San Diego, California. With a background in Art History from the University of California, Berkeley, my work brings together traditional techniques and contemporary themes, drawing inspiration from nature, fantasy, and cultural storytelling.

    After college, I spent 17 years in corporate marketing in the biotech and medical devices sector.

  • Eventually, I realized it was time to pivot and do what I love. Now I paint, design, and create anything that inspires me.

    My paintings have been featured in juried exhibitions and regional fine art shows, where they have received award recognitions. I am an active member of the local arts community and serve on the Board of Directors for the San Dieguito Art Guild and Pastel Society of the West Coast.

A Tribute to Dreamers

The name "Starlit Studio" is a tribute to my younger self, a dreamer who found comfort under the night sky. The stars provided a sense of continuity during transitional points in my life and they were a reminder to continue dreaming during trying times.

  • Mediums

    I work with pastel, acrylic, and oil.
    • Pastel is my specialty
    • Acrylic and oil allow me to explore

    Philosophy

    Create art that celebrates meaningful stories, weaves in elements of fantasy, and brings connection and beauty to everyday life.

  • Inspirations

    Being in nature, specifically the mountains or a body of water (beach or lake)

    Themes

    • Nature (animals, landscapes)

    • Fantasy (gaming, mythical creatures, celestial)

    • Culture (people, traditions)

Recognitions & Affiliations

  • Awards

    2026 - 1st: San Diego County Fine Art Exhibition, "Sweet Detour"

    2025 – 2nd: San Diego County Fine Art Exhibition, "Steeped in Magic"

    2025 – 2nd: San Diego County Fine Art Exhibition, "Eternal Bloom"

    2024 – Best in Show: The Studio Door, "Three's Company"

    2024 – 3rd: Off Track Gallery, "Tree of Life"

    2024 – 3rd: San Diego County Fine Art Exhibition, "Retro Enzo"

    2024 – 2nd: Off Track Gallery, "Astronaut"

  • Affiliations

    Board of Directors: San Dieguito Art Guild

    Board of Directors: Pastel Society of the West Coast

    Resident Artist: Off Track Gallery

    Member: American Women Artists

    Member: International Association of Pastel Societies

    Member: Pastel Society of the West Coast

    Member: San Dieguito Art Guild

Exhibitions

  • 2026 - VEFA Gallery

    • Crowned

    2026 – San Diego Country Fine Art Exhibition

    • Sweet Detour - 1st place award, pastels
    • Wandering Wizard
    • Quiet Strength

    2025 – Hilbert Museum of California Art

    • Eternal Bloom

    2025 – San Diego Country Fine Art Exhibition

    • Eternal Bloom - 2nd place award, pastels
    • Steeped in Magic - 2nd place award, pastels

    2025 – Gallery of Hermosa

    • Back to Tradition

    2025 – Covet Gallery

    • Bottoms Up
    • Bella

    2024 – Off Track Gallery

    • Hummingbird
    • Ladybug

  • 2024 – Off Track Gallery

    • Tree of Life - 3rd place award, acrylics

    2024 – Off Track Gallery

    • Astronaut - 2nd place award, acrylics

    2024 – The Studio Door

    • Lady Lips
    • Three's Company - Best in Show award

    2024 – Covet Gallery

    • Octopus

    2024 – Covet Gallery

    • Astronaut

    2024 – Red Bluff Art Gallery

    • Bloom
    • Flowers

    2024 – San Diego Country Fine Art Exhibition

    • Bloom
    • Octopus
    • Retro Enzo - 3rd place award, pastels

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