Hsu Peng Hsiung

Hsu Peng Hsiung is a contemporary Taiwanese illustrator and storyteller currently pursuing advanced studies in illustration at UMPRUM (Academy of Arts, Architecture and Design) in Prague, Czech Republic. With a background in journalism from Shih Hsin University, Hsu brings a unique narrative depth to his visual work, believing that "life is a beautiful story worth telling for a lifetime".

His artistic style is characterized by a playful, nonsensical, and slightly mischievous tone—often described as humorous and bold. He masterfully blends traditional mediums such as acrylics, crayons, and watercolors with digital post-processing to create immersive "little worlds" filled with visual tension. A highly recognized talent, Hsu was a finalist for the 2020 Bologna Children's Book Fair and has held solo exhibitions in Prague, Kyoto, and Taipei. Through his vibrant and imaginative works like Yellow Castle, he invites viewers to find joy and wonder in the stories he weaves.

A man with short dark hair and a beard, wearing a yellow sweater, is smiling and resting his head on his hands in a cozy pose. Behind him, two framed artworks are hanging on a white wall, with the left piece featuring a spiral pattern and the right piece depicting swirling circular designs.
Illustration by Hsu Peng Hsiung featuring a stylized white animal figure against a blue background, rendered in bold graphic lines and flat color.
Illustration by Hsu Peng Hsiung of a yellow castle with a blue and red top, black and white details, using a playful, childlike drawing style.
Illustration by Hsu Peng Hsiung showing a minimal bear-like figure in yellow and black, drawn with expressive brush textures.
Illustration by Hsu Peng Hsiung depicting two simplified animal figures interacting, drawn in blue linework on a white background. A drawing of a bear holding a small, black dog on a leash, with the dog sitting on the bear's lap.
Illustration by Hsu Peng Hsiung of a pink animal face with rounded features, using soft pastel tones and rough textures.
Illustration by Hsu Peng Hsiung featuring a bird with a white body, black, blue, and yellow accents on a red background, with dynamic gesture and bold color contrast.
Illustration by Hsu Peng Hsiung showing a white dinosaur in motion on a blue background, rendered in a spontaneous, expressive style.