Book Illustration
The Nightingale and the Rose
A series of narrative illustrations inspired by Oscar Wilde's fairy tale The Nightingale and the Rose, exploring love, sacrifice, and the contrast between beauty and tragedy.

Behind the image
The illustrations explore the story's emotional atmosphere through dark backgrounds, delicate golden lines, and jewel-toned colors. Symbolic imagery and decorative compositions emphasize the tale's themes of love and sacrifice.
© 2026 Minmin Gong
Illustration & visual storytelling