Momo Wang

Momo Wang (b.1985) is an LA-based artist, innovative filmmaker and creative director, best known as the creator of Tuzki, an iconic character cherished globally and featured in collaborations with leading brands such as Warner Bros., Tencent, and Motorola. 

Born in Penglai, Shandong, she grew up in an artistic family and trained in traditional Chinese painting from the age of four. She later earned an MFA in Experimental Animation from CalArts, where she refined her artistic approach. Momo’s work has shown in Yiwei Gallery and San Francisco Art Fair.

Momo’s work blends ancient Chinese mythology with contemporary visual storytelling, including Chinese ink line drawing, Tibetan Thangka art, and Pop Art. Drawing inspiration from Shan Hai Jing (The Classic of Mountains and Seas), Momo reimagines mythical creatures through daring and innovative designs. Each figure she creates serves as a profound embodiment of humanity's most primal emotions, transcending cultural and temporal boundaries. 

Beyond her own practice, she supports emerging artists through the Momo Wang Scholarship at CalArts. She was inducted into the Asian Hall of Fame for her contributions to art and animation. She also speaks on the evolving role of AI in filmmaking at international forums such as CES(Consumer Electronics Show).