An insatiable love for coloured, patterned, and textured papers
Her creative works showcase her unique approach to storytelling and illustration.
Boat People
An animated short film produced by The National Film Board of Canada 2023
As a child in Vietnam, Thao’s mother often rescued ants from bowls of sugar water. Years later they would return the favour. Boat People is an animated documentary that uses a striking metaphor to trace one family’s flight across the turbulent waters of history.
Directed by
Kjell Boersma & Thao Lam
Written by
Thao Lam & Kjell Boersma
About Thao Lam
Thao Lam has been creating pictures for as long as she can remember. For her, drawing has always felt as natural as breathing. Since studying illustration for three years at Sheridan College in Toronto, Thao has developed her dual careers of illustrating and art buying.
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Illuminate stories with vibrant artwork, turning narratives into visual wonders. Let's bring your tales to life—reach out for unique illustrations!