I'm an illustrator / graphic designer based in Toronto, Canada specializing in surface graphics, apparel / textile and toy design. I've created patterns and art for fashion, home, stationery, plush toys and kids. Here's my resume.
I currently work full-time remote for Jazwares as a plush toy designer on the popular Squishmallows line. I've worked on projects for Walmart US, Canada and Mexico, Target, Walgreens, Kroger, Meijer, Claire's, ASDA UK, and Loblaws among others.
I primarily work in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, and can freehand draw and paint. I also have experience in product development like trend research, international work travel, store visits for competitor shopping, and can speak conversational Mandarin.
I primarily work in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, and can freehand draw and paint. I also have experience in product development like trend research, international work travel, store visits for competitor shopping, and can speak conversational Mandarin.
I hold a 2008 BAA Illustration degree from Sheridan Institute. Born in China, I was no stranger to whimsical cartoons, stickers and endless picture books growing up. A brief stay in the UK before my teens introduced me to Barbie and the western world. My inspiration comes from fashion, music, and food. I enjoy funny pet videos, exploring new destinations abroad and local, and salsa dancing.
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Live sketching: The Bay | Bell | Canadian Screen Awards | Fashion Art Toronto | Flare | Holt Renfrew | Juice Beauty | Luminato Festival | LOULOU | Toronto Fashion Week | Toronto International Film Festival | Toronto Life
Fashion illustration: Cashmere Bathroom Tissue | Centennial College | Dolce & Gabbana
Magazines: Best Health | Digital Arts (UK) | Owlkids | Shameless
Guest speaking: Design Exchange | George Brown College | Ryerson University | Seneca @ York University
Live sketching: The Bay | Bell | Canadian Screen Awards | Fashion Art Toronto | Flare | Holt Renfrew | Juice Beauty | Luminato Festival | LOULOU | Toronto Fashion Week | Toronto International Film Festival | Toronto Life
Fashion illustration: Cashmere Bathroom Tissue | Centennial College | Dolce & Gabbana
Magazines: Best Health | Digital Arts (UK) | Owlkids | Shameless
Guest speaking: Design Exchange | George Brown College | Ryerson University | Seneca @ York University
Awards
2010: Xto Image Awards - Second place winner
2007: Adobe Design Achievement Awards - Honourable Mention
2006: Art Institute of Toronto - Fashion Design Winner
2010: Xto Image Awards - Second place winner
2007: Adobe Design Achievement Awards - Honourable Mention
2006: Art Institute of Toronto - Fashion Design Winner