PROJECTS: Transforming Concepts into Realities

Pop-Art Amusement Park

A pop art indoor amusement park with a large, spinning carousel and a blue, geometric rabbit sculpture outside the gallery entrance. People are walking and taking photos in the vibrant, colorful space.

• Art Direction, Concept Art

• Inspired by contemporary pop art and K-culture, JLD provided concept illustrations that captured the immersive and interactive vision of this indoor-outdoor amusement park. Bold visuals featuring optical illusions and imaginative attractions helped shape a space that celebrates creativity and the energy of K-Pop. The result is a stunning destination where art and culture come alive.

• Location: South Korea

• Client - Legacy Entertainment

A woman taking a photograph of a person walking through a futuristic, spiral-lit tunnel with purple and pink neon lights, with empty seats along the sides.

Holiday Festival Event

A lively outdoor Christmas scene with a large decorated tree, holiday lights, and festive buildings, with a band playing music and people enjoying the holiday atmosphere.

• Art Direction, Concept Art

• The vision for the project revolved around a festive market square featuring a charming bandstand at its heart. To bring the scene to life, three uniquely styled Georgian stalls were designed with varying color palettes and details, accompanied by POV and lighting studies. Detailed day and night illustrations showcased the vibrant potential of the space.

• Location: England

• Client - Legacy Entertainment

A 3D rendering of an outdoor shopping area with multiple small stores arranged in a curved layout around a central pavilion. There are trees in the background and a pathway surrounding the shops.

Concept Model

Night view of a festive outdoor area decorated with string lights, large trees, and a gazebo with a teal roof, surrounded by buildings with holiday decorations and people walking around.

POVs & Lighting Studies

People enjoying a festive Christmas market with string lights, decorated trees, and Christmas decorations at night.

Illustration(s)

Schematics

Music Man (Theatre Show)

A rural landscape with large trees framing a distant farm, including a barn, a silo, and a house, under a partly cloudy sky.

• Art Direction, Production Design

• Eight unique backdrop illustrations were developed for ESCAPE Theatre’s 2024 youth production of The Music Man, to visually transform the stage. Each illustration embodied the joyful spirit of Meredith Willson's beloved classic, showcasing settings from the bustling heartland to memorable scenes of music and celebration. This collaboration amplified the energy of 300 gifted young performers, captivating audiences with an energetic and memorable theatrical production.

• Location: Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center

• Client - E.S.C.A.P.E.

Interior of a gymnasium with large arched windows showing a sunset, brick walls with banners, and hanging ceiling lights.

Interior of a library with tall bookshelves filled with books, large windows showing a blue sky with clouds and green trees outside, and a wooden ladder leaning against the shelves.

A peaceful nighttime scene with a full moon, stars, and a dark blue sky. There are two trees framing a field of tall grass, and a barn and silo are visible in the distance.

Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Hotel

• Art Direction, Marketing Art, Production Design

• Developing a photo-real rendering of the Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser entrance, Jason showcased a textured, concrete façade designed to contrast the sleek, sci-fi interior of the spaceship. The illustration balanced form and function, enhancing the narrative and offering a contrast to the immersive experience to follow. Presented at the 2020 D23 event, the design also served as a key reference for production planning.

• Location: Walt Disney World Resort, FL

• Employer - Walt Disney Imagineering

Space 220 Restaurant

• Marketing Art

• Jason created marketing art for Space 220, a one-of-a-kind dining experience at Epcot, blending space exploration with culinary innovation. Unveiled at the 2019 D23 Expo, these concept illustrations showcased the space elevator journey and cosmic dining ambiance, featuring tiered seating with sweeping views of outer space. These designs were integral to promoting the restaurant’s immersive atmosphere and imaginative guest experience.

• Location: EPCOT, Walt Disney World Resort, FL

• Employer - Walt Disney Imagineering

Colortopia

• Art Director - Design through Delivery

• As Art Director, Jason led the creative vision for Colortopia at EPCOT, transforming conceptual ideas into a vibrant, interactive exhibit that celebrates the science of color. By guiding the design and overseeing every phase, from concept development to installation, I ensured a seamless, family-friendly experience that combined storytelling, hands-on activities, and immersive environments to inspire visitors to explore the powerful connection between color and themselves.".

• Location: Innoventions, EPCOT, Walt Disney World Resort, FL

• Employer - Walt Disney Imagineering

Children and adults playing an interactive Color Mix n Match game at the Colortopia science exhibit at EPCOT, with bright lights, colorful gears, and digital displays.

Colortopia @ EPCOT Walk-Thru

Inside-Out: Emotional Whirlwind

Colorful Disney theme park round ride called "Emotional Whirlwind" with the Incredi-coaster track in the background, decorated with balloons, cartoon characters, and playful sculptures.

• Art Direction, Concept Art / Design, Schematics

• Created concept art and design for Inside Out: Emotional Whirlwind, infusing the ride with the vibrant emotion-filled visuals inspired by Pixar’s Inside Out. By collaborating on pre-production, aligning operational needs, and leading the development of an animatic walk-through, Jason ensured a polished presentation for stakeholders. This creative foundation set the stage for an unforgettable experience at Pixar Pier.

• Location: Pixar Pier, California Adventure, Disneyland Resort, CA

• Employer - Walt Disney Imagineering

Inside Out @ CA Adventure

Boardwalk Games

• Art Direction, Concept Art / Design, Schematics

• As the art director, concept, and production designer on the new Boardwalk Games at Disney's California Adventure, I played a pivotal role in bringing characters from La Luna, Wall-E, and Heimlich to life. I created story-driven concept renderings that captured the essence of these beloved films, ensuring that each game reflects their unique charm and narrative. My production design focused on creating immersive environments that engage guests and enhance their interaction with the characters. This project aimed to provide an entertaining and nostalgic experience, celebrating Pixar’s creativity within a vibrant boardwalk setting.

• Location: Pixar Pier, California Adventure, Disneyland Resort, CA

• Employer - Walt Disney Imagineering

People playing a space-themed arcade game called 'Wall-E Space Race' in an indoor arcade, with a space-themed backdrop and game instructions displayed on screens.

People at a carnival game booth with a Bug's Life circus featuring all the characters and a signage for Heimlich's Candy Corn Toss.

Pixar Pier Walk-Thru

Animal Safari Theme Park

An ancient temple surrounded by lush green jungle and tall trees, with a flume ride waterfall flowing down the center of the temple and a boat carrying visitors in the foreground.

• Art Direction, Concept Art

• Designed immersive attractions that seamlessly integrated animal habitats with guest experiences to bring the vision of an innovative safari theme park to life. Conducted thorough research and created dynamic concept art for unique features, including a zoetrope ferris wheel, Tarzan-inspired roller coaster, and a kayak aviary. The result was a series of imaginative concepts that captured the spirit of wildlife exploration and adventure.

• Location: China

• Client - Legacy Entertainment

A thrilling amusement park ride set in a jungle-themed environment with lush green foliage, large stone sculptures, and a roller coaster track. The scene includes illuminated faces carved into rocks and a large, menacing dragon head with glowing eyes, creating a fantasy adventure atmosphere.

Two people on an alpine roller coaster ride through a savanna with zebras, antelopes, and rocky hills in the background.

People walking on a curved wooden walkway through a lush, green forest with trees and birds, a woman in a red kayak floats down a waterway, and large colorful parrots and a hummingbird in the foreground.

Lotus Motors Experience

Futuristic, Lotus Motors slick track racing scene in a neon-lit city with multiple race cars, a driver, a referee with a checkered flag, and colorful billboards in the background.

• Art Direction, Concept Art

• Crafted concept art and led art direction to create immersive attractions like a multimedia motorcycle carousel and driver-less car obstacle course. Integrated the Lotus Motor’s distinct form factors with compelling stories to highlight its commitment to lightweight engineering and innovation. The result was a cohesive, cutting-edge experience where technology and storytelling connected drivers to their vehicles and environments.

• Location: China

• Client - Legacy Entertainment

A futuristic race car garage with neon lights and holographic displays showcasing racing cars, robots, and gaming characters. Visitors are observing from the outside, with some taking photos.

People riding futuristic, Lotus motorcycles inside a high-tech, neon-lit tunnel with digital displays and city views.

Potential Collaborator or Employer?

An Expanded Review Of IP-Related Projects Is Available & Includes:

Universal Kids Resort (Minions, Puss N’ Boots, Jurassic Park)
Po’s Kung Fu Training Camp (Kung Fu Panda)
Harry Potter
DC Comics
Royal Caribbean (Perfect Day Mexico)
Barbie
Lotus Motors
CJ ENM
IQIYI

Netflix
Pixar Pier (Inside Out, Bugs Life, Wall-E, La Luna)
Spiderman (California Adventure)
Babybel (Toy Story)
Fantasyland (Shanghai)
Winnie The Pooh (FL)
52Toys
Walltopia
Museum Exhibit

Garden of Love

A colorful park scene with a large, heart-shaped floral arch decorated with pink, purple, and red flowers. In the background, there are ornate, fairy-tale-like structures and tall trees under a partly cloudy sky with birds flying. Visitors are taking photos, walking, and enjoying the scenery, including a couple in the foreground taking a selfie.

• Art Direction, Concept Art

• A series of concept art renderings was created to visualize the key moments defining the park’s aspirational design. Each piece was developed to highlight the park’s thematic possibilities, focusing on storytelling, ambiance, and immersive appeal. This effort was limited to conceptual exploration, offering a compelling look at the imagined experiences for stakeholders.

• Location: Vietnam

• Client - Legacy Entertainment

A lively park scene with colorful autumn trees, people walking and talking, and statues of topiary performers and ballerinas in the background.

A sketch of a large, ornate mansion with domed towers and arches, surrounded by trees and rocks, with a small stream in the foreground. A cartoonish green ogre stands in front of the castle entrance.

People visiting a fantasy-style amusement park with a mansion labeled 'Ogres' and 'Humans', fountains, a bridge over a stream, colorful trees, and a large Ferris wheel in the background.

Barbie Sweet Store

A colorful map of a Barbie-themed store or exhibit with sections featuring Barbie dolls, merchandise, and interactive displays, decorated predominantly in pink and vibrant colors.

• Art Direction, Concept Art & Design, Schematics, Architectural Visualization

• A comprehensive design was crafted for the Barbie Sweet Store, immersing guests in the vibrant scenes of Barbie’s world. Through art, concept design, schematics, and architectural visualization, authentic spaces were envisioned, including a kitchen, a garden, and a secret room, bringing the client’s vision to life. Each area was tailored to create a cohesive storyline, integrating the toys themselves and blending functionality with imaginative detail.

• Location: China

Barbie Studio and Ice Cream Bar storefront with pink and white decor, large pink Barbie sign, pink scooter with ice cream cone on it, silhouettes of a woman and child in the background, and a life-sized Barbie figure in front.

Design plan for a Barbie-themed store facade with colorful flowers, a large pink 'Barbie' sign, and decorative elements in pink, yellow, and gold.

Dinosaur Amusement / Water Park

A theme park roller coaster emerging from a large Tyrannosaurus Skull with fire lit eyes, integrated into a scenic outdoor landscape with trees, rocks, waterfalls, and a roller coaster track. Visitors are walking and pointing towards the attraction.

• Art Direction, Concept Art, Architectural Visualization

• Concept art and architectural visualization were blended to craft an immersive dinosaur-filled adventure inspired by the Jurassic era. Designs featured key attractions such as a high-energy themed coaster, an interactive Dino dig, and a vibrant water play area. Each visualization brought the prehistoric world to life, supporting the client’s vision while meeting practical design requirements for creating spaces that excite guests of all ages.

• Location: Vietnam

• Client - Legacy Entertainment

An aerial view of an amusement park surrounded by lush tropical trees. The park features a large colorful volcano slide, a restaurant, a playground with a small dinosaur round ride, and various paths filled with visitors.

A detailed park layout map showing various attractions, including water features, a volcano slide, a web play area, a snake balance beam, a dinosaur ride, and a geyser trail, with measurements and annotations.

People walking outside the DINO DINER, a dinosaur-themed diner with concrete walls and signage, surrounded by greenery and tall trees, with a tower with satellite dishes and antennas in the background.

52Toys Store Competition

Inside a 52Toys store with animated robot figures and collectible toys displayed on shelves. Customers, including children and adults, browse and take pictures.

• Concept Art, Reseach & Development

• Designed to reflect the spirit of 52Toys' unique, customizable toy offerings, the proposal established an immersive visual identity for their franchise stores. Research into forward-thinking toy experiences informed the concept for a dynamic retail space. The resulting design blended interactive toy displays with environments that resonated with anime and gaming fans.

• Location: China

• Client - Studio O

Destinasia Resort

Night view of Destinasia amusement park with colorful illuminated buildings, traditional Asian-style architecture, a mountain with a waterfall, and lush trees, bustling with visitors.

• Art Direction, Concept Art

• Through cultural research and detailed concept art, we developed conceptual designs for DestinAsia’s entry, placemaking, and its marquee, icon attraction. The experiences celebrated culinary traditions while exploring innovative approaches to immersive environments. Our visuals provided a visionary foundation for what a future-forward theme park could be.

• Location: Vietnam

• Client - Legacy Entertainment

Aerospace Park & Hotel

A space age hotel frames a shuttle launch bay with green lawns, trees, and many people walking around. A rainbow arcs across a partly cloudy sky.

• Art Direction, Concept Art

• The “Inter-Galactic Exploration Institute” was brought to life with imaginative designs that merged space exploration with Chinese cultural heritage. Detailed concept art envisioned an iconic destination celebrating discovery, teamwork, and technological progress. This fully immersive experience inspires guests of all ages to dream beyond the stars.

• Location: China

• Client - Studio O

Futuristic space lounge with large windows, abstract white structures outside, people sitting and standing, some using phones, and a barista preparing drinks. The interior features modern furniture and a stylized, sleek design.

A woman takes a photo of two children in astronaut suits, standing next to a moon landing set with a lunar module and Earth in the background.

Interior of a spaceship cockpit with six crew members wearing headsets, looking at large panoramic screen showing Mars from space at sunset.

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