Celina Tan is an illustrator based in New York, originally from Beijing. Her practice centers on illustration, screen printing, and picture books. Influenced by her experiences of traveling and observing different cultures, her work often combines surreal imagery with narrative storytelling. Celina explores psychological spaces, symbolic environments, and poetic moments through visual language.
Education
2023-2027 School of Virtual Arts
BFA in Illustration, GPA:3.8
Awords
Education
2023-2027 School of Virtual Arts
BFA in Illustration, GPA:3.8
Awords
- TOWARD WE100 – The Outstanding Artwork Award Fine Art Category
- International Frontier Innovation Design Competition Bronze Award
Experience
• Designed single cover artwork for independent musician
• Developed two independent illustrated books: The Nose and Madama Butterfly
• Studied printmaking under artist Gunars Prande, focusing on technical and conceptual development
• Created fan poster artwork for Japanese music group Atarashii Gakko!
• Designed conceptual DVD cover artwork inspired by the film Blue Velvet