The Bolles Fine and Performing Arts Department was thrilled to host a special guest lecture by Bolles alumnus Hongke Luo ’19, who visited the Bolles Upper School San Jose Campus April 10 to speak with students, faculty and staff about his career in video game design.

Luo was a dedicated visual arts student and the first Bolles student to receive a Gold Key Portfolio at the National Scholastic Art and Writing Awards for his exceptional portfolio. After graduating from Bolles, Luo pursued his passion for game design at New York University, where he graduated in 2023. Since then, he made significant strides in the game development industry in Southern California, successfully completing two commercial game projects—one personal and one for his company—both of which garnered notable recognition. More details about his impressive work can be found in his portfolio here.

Luo shared his experiences and insights with those in attendance, providing an exciting opportunity to gain valuable perspective into the world of game design. He pointed to his time taking sculpture class at Bolles as a key factor in opening his mind to the possibilities of pursuing art as a career and ultimately receiving an offer from NYU through the Scholastic Awards.

Thank you for coming back to visit, Hongke! #BulldogProud #BollesArts