Journey to Illustration

Hello, I’m Debbie Kang, a self-taught illustrator based in Sydney, Australia.
Working in healthcare has inspired me to reconnect with my creative side. As a child, I was always drawing and exploring the outdoors. I’d spend hours chasing dragonflies, admiring their colours before gently letting them go. Back at home, I’d sketch to my heart’s content, completely unaware of the time passing by.

As I entered university and later began working, drawing quietly took a backseat. But through my love of exploring national parks and listening to the incredible life stories of my patients, I found myself re-embarking on my journey towards becoming a professional illustrator.

Illustrations

I focus on creating whimsical, storytelling illustrations that evoke warmth and comfort. Each piece is drawn to form a quiet bond between the story and the heart.

My personal artworks are designed to bring a sense of peace and calm amidst the busyness of our daily life. I use watercolour and coloured pencils to create softness, depth and quiet detail.

Every illustration I create is a quiet invitation - to pause, to feel, and to connect.
Whether it’s a story shared through a children’s book or a fleeing moment captured live, I hope my work brings a sense of warmth and calm into your world.

Kindly, Debbie K