Hi! I am Ginger Ngo, an author and illustrator based in Vancouver, British Columbia.
I love working with thoughtful people and creative minds, focusing on picture books and book cover illustration. I am a proud immigrant from the Pearl of the Orient Seas with lots of stories to tell.
My work is mainly digital, but always with lots of texture and calligraphic movement. I take inspiration from analog mediums and have an active sketchbook practice.
I was born and raised in the Philippines, with Chinese roots and a third-culture childhood. I find comfort in my public libraries and I'm incredibly excited about this new generation of kids books that allow for such diverse and beautiful stories to be told.
📫 info@gingerngo.com
For book illustration inquiries:
I am delighted to be represented by Adriana Domínguez at ACM Kids & Illustration.
💌 adominguez@aevitascreative.com
Memberships & Fancy Bits
🥉 Bronze Award Winner for the 2024 SCBWI Summer Virtual Portfolio Showcase
My Favourite Things To Draw
Characters being FABULOUS!
Colourful sweaters, shoes, big hair, and outfits
Childhood memories
Kids being dorks
Landscapes, animals, flowers, and nature
People and things wearing eyeglasses
Messy kitchens and bedrooms
School uniforms
How do I pronounce my last name?
"Ngo" is only 1 syllable. The "g" is soft.
Start with "ng" like "singing". Then round out your mouth and end with "o".
Not "no-go" or "na-go".
It's a common word in Asia, particularly from Vietnam.
Most native English speakers have trouble with it, but that's okay!
If it's really difficult, I think a simpler sounding "no" is still just as good.
Most native English speakers have trouble with it, but that's okay!
If it's really difficult, I think a simpler sounding "no" is still just as good.