San Jose, California

Cheu Wong

With a unique blend of artistic talent, technical expertise, and early childhood education experience, Cheu Wong brings a creative and thoughtful approach to teaching art. She holds a B.A. in Art from San Jose State University with a concentration in Pictorial Art, as well as a B.S. in Computer Science from Wichita State University. She also completed early childhood education coursework at De Anza College.

Over the years, Cheu taught art at Montessori Preschool and led community-based art lessons and art playgroups, fostering creativity and cultural appreciation in young children. Her skills span a wide range of artistic disciplines, including painting, drawing, ceramics, graphic design, and textiles. She is also fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese, which allows her to connect with students from diverse backgrounds.

Cheu’s goal as an art educator is to inspire students of all ages to explore their creativity, build confidence, and discover joy through artistic expression.

Elaine Liu

Elaine is a visual designer and fine artist who earned a B.F.A. in Art & Design, with a minor in UX Design, from the University of Michigan. With a strong foundation in visual identity, typography, interaction design, and fine art, she brings both technical skill and creative depth to the classroom.

Elaine has taught and mentored young artists in elementary and pre-college programs, developing engaging lessons that balance strong artistic fundamentals with creative exploration.

Having taken weekly art classes from age five through seventeen, Elaine understands firsthand the lasting impact of dedicated art teachers and is passionate about giving back to young artists in her community. Drawing from her formal training, she strives to help students build strong foundations while nurturing their unique creative voices.

Elaine believes art should be both structured and joyful, a space where students build confidence, think independently, and sustain their imagination. Outside of teaching and creating, she enjoys baking sweet treats and playing and watching sports.

Lucky & Shirly Effendi

For us, art is much more than just a creative outlet, it’s a vital part of a child’s development. Art encourages emotional expression, fuels imagination, and enhances critical thinking. We’re passionate about creating an environment where children can explore their artistic potential, building confidence and fostering lifelong skills through creativity.