Pearl Lui is a New Jersey-based artist and calligrapher whose work blends expressive artistry with scientific observation. Specializing in hand-painted and hand-drawn illustrations, multi-medium fine artwork, and modern calligraphy, her pieces are marked by a minimalist painterly aesthetic.
Inspired by nature, Pearl's work is marked by a soft and ethereal exploration of hand-made expressive lines, lyrical forms, and painterly textures in minimalist compositions. Creating original pieces by hand through diverse mediums like watercolor, acrylic, ink, graphite, and collage, she captures the delicate beauty of flora, the grace of wildlife, and the rhythm of abstract form, reflecting a deep appreciation for the natural world.
"Peachy" Peach Color Rose Painting by Pearl Lui, 8×10, Watercolor, 2025.
“Sweet” Shiny Apple Painting by Pearl Lui, 8×10, Watercolor, 2025.
Orchid Leaf Painting by Pearl Lui, 8×10, Watercolor, 2025.
Watercolor on 8×10 100% cotton watercolor paper by Pearl Lui
Colored pencil on toned paper by Pearl Lui
Graphite on 8.5×11 by Pearl Lui
Graphite on 8.5×11 by Pearl Lui
Ink & Brush on 8×10 100% Cotton Watercolor Paper by Pearl Lui
Interesting textures and nearly heart shaped, or is it squirrel shaped? It’s whatever you see!
Ink on 5×7 Bristol by Pearl Lui
Graphite on 8.5×11, multi-drawing composition by Pearl Lui
Graphite on 8.5×11, multi-drawing composition by Pearl Lui
Graphite on 8.5×11, multi-drawing composition by Pearl Lui
Graphite on 8.5×11, multi-drawing composition by Pearl Lui
Watercolor on 8.5×11, 2-page composition by Pearl Lui
Watercolor on 8.5×11, 2-page composition by Pearl Lui
Watercolor & Graphite on 8.5×11 2-page study by Pearl Lui
Graphite on paper by Pearl Lui
Watercolor on 8.5×11 paper by Pearl Lui
Watercolor montages on 8.5×11 watercolor paper, study by Pearl Lui
Graphite on paper, study by Pearl Lui
Work in progress section. Collection in process of being scanned.
Inspired by the fluidity and spontaneity of lines around us — you are invited to immerse yourself in the underlying energy and quietude inherent in each piece. Aiming to capture the expressions of energy and movement within nature and city scapes I explore contrasts and connections in unique black and white abstract artworks. Specializing in painterly brushwork, each piece features interesting textures and contrast.
Black and white gouache and ink collage
Gouache on Bristol
Gouache on Bristol
Ink on Bristol
Floral abstract collage, ink & gouache
Floral abstract collage in black and white
Modern calligraphy transforms everyday writing into an art form, where each stroke carries intention and grace in uplifting messages and meaningful words. I have always loved the beauty of handwritten words and the art of using the pen or brush.
See all calligraphy translated to prints, greeting cards, and more gifts on DearDaughtersDesign.com. Intended to inspire us with words of encouragement, gratitude, and hope, one elegant message at a time.
Unless noted and credited, all words are written by Pearl Lui.
Hand-calligraphed greeting card reads, “I adore you”. Using nib & ink.
Original quote by Pearl Lui: “You radiate warmth and kindness so effortlessly” in pink modern calligraphy script. Greeting Card available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
Pointed Pen Calligraphy & Graphite Drawings Greeting Cards by Pearl Lui
Hand-written word, “Love” in script on a red heart on a pink card, available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
Hand-calligraphy with nib & ink and original pun, “Wishing a Pear-fect day to you!” in script paired with graphite pear drawing, available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
Gratitude Greeting Card by Pearl Lui, available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
Hand-calligraphy with nib & ink and original pun, “You are one in a mycelium” in script paired with graphite shiitake mushroom drawing, available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
“To Another Year of Brilliance” Unique Greeting Card by Pearl Lui. Available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
"H" Floral Single Letter Monogram using Colored Pencil & Watercolor; Custom monogram available on DearDaughtersDesign.com.
A Teacher Takes a Hand, Opens a Mind, and Touches a Heart Greeting Card by Pearl Lui. Available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
Lettering hand-calligraphed using ink brush. You Rock Greeting Card by Pearl Lui. Available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
"K" Floral Single Letter Monogram using Colored Pencil & Watercolor; Custom monogram available on DearDaughtersDesign.com.
Merci Brush Calligraphy
Modern calligraphy quotes on greeting cards and journal covers.
Discover Bold Minimalist Orchid Art: Perfect for Orchid Lovers
Celebrate your love for orchids with striking black-and-white minimalist art that exudes elegance and sophistication. Inked for those with a passion for both orchids and modern simplicity, our art pieces abstract the beauty of orchids into timeless, bold designs. The delicate charm of orchids, inked in bold, minimalistic black-and-white form.
Perfectly suited for any room, these unique creations seamlessly blend botanical inspiration with clean, minimalist aesthetics. Whether you're redecorating your space or searching for the perfect gift for an orchid enthusiast, our collection of orchid art brings a touch of nature's grace and artistic refinement to your walls.
Black & White Orchid Ink Brush Contour Painting by Pearl Lui. Prints available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
Black & White Orchid Ink Brush Contour Paintings by Pearl Lui. Originals are 5×7. Prints available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
Black & White Orchid Ink Brush Contour Painting by Pearl Lui. Prints available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
Black & White Orchid Ink Brush Contour Painting by Pearl Lui. Prints available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
Black & White Orchid Ink Brush Contour Painting by Pearl Lui. Prints available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
Black & White Orchid Ink Brush Contour Painting by Pearl Lui. Prints available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
Black & White Orchid Ink Brush Contour Painting by Pearl Lui. Prints available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
Black & White Orchid Ink Brush Contour Painting by Pearl Lui. Prints available at DearDaughtersDesign.com.
Whimsically reimagining a timeless flower deeply intertwined with humans since ancient times, the Phalaenopsis, or Moth Orchid, is personified through its roots, abstractly crowned with its blooms, and confidently sophisticated and elegant.
Inspired by traditional Chinese art and the delicate beauty of orchids and whimsical flower characters, these unique art works blend bold lines with subtle softness and spontaneity, creating dreamlike compositions as ethereal as orchids. Evoking a sense of playful wonder and invite viewers to explore their own unique interpretations, discover botanical surrealism made from minimalist carbon ink & brush lines.
“My love for charismatic florals and whimsical seashells perhaps started when she first came across the unforgettable pansies, irises, and daisies and cute little oysters in Disney’s Alice in Wonderland.”
—Pearl Lui
Faerie #1 Surrealist Ink Brush Painting by Pearl Lui. Greeting Cards available on DearDaughtersDesign.com.
5×7 Ink on Bristol
Faerie #2 Surrealist Ink Brush Painting by Pearl Lui. Greeting Cards available on DearDaughtersDesign.com.
5×7 Ink on Bristol
Faerie #1 Surrealist Ink Brush Painting by Pearl Lui. Greeting Cards available on DearDaughtersDesign.com.
5×7 Ink on Bristol
Faerie #4 Surrealist Ink Brush Painting by Pearl Lui. Greeting Cards available on DearDaughtersDesign.com.
5×7 Ink on Bristol
Faerie #5 Surrealist Ink Brush Painting by Pearl Lui. Greeting Cards available on DearDaughtersDesign.com.
5×7 Ink on Bristol
Faerie #6 Surrealist Ink Brush Painting by Pearl Lui. Greeting Cards available on DearDaughtersDesign.com.
5×7 Ink on Bristol
Faerie #7 Surrealist Ink Brush Painting by Pearl Lui. Greeting Cards available on DearDaughtersDesign.com.
5×7 Ink on Bristol
Faerie #8 Surrealist Ink Brush Painting by Pearl Lui. Greeting Cards available on DearDaughtersDesign.com.
5×7 Ink on Bristol
Work in progress section. Collection in process of being scanned.
Like all forms of art and observation, I am learning to capture a sense of rhythm flowing through the evocative human form and studying line structure, hoping to convey emotion and movement in each piece.