I am Reco, an illustrator passionate about using color and detail to create expressive, concept-driven artwork. I am currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Illustration at the School of Visual Arts, where I have completed multiple book illustration and bookbinding projects and developed strong visual storytelling skills over the past two years. I specialize in digital illustration using Procreate and Adobe Photoshop, and I also work comfortably in traditional media such as watercolor and colored pencil. My work focuses on creating colorful, vibrant, emotionally engaging imagery. I am seeking opportunities in book illustration where I can continue growing professionally while building a strong, portfolio-driven body of work. Here is a link to my portfolio: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

Reco Yang

I am Reco, an illustrator passionate about using color and detail to create expressive, concept-driven artwork. I am currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Illustration at the School of Visual Arts, where I have completed multiple book illustration and bookbinding projects and developed strong visual storytelling skills over the past two years. I specialize in digital illustration using Procreate and Adobe Photoshop, and I also work comfortably in traditional media such as watercolor and colored pencil. My work focuses on creating colorful, vibrant, emotionally engaging imagery. I am seeking opportunities in book illustration where I can continue growing professionally while building a strong, portfolio-driven body of work. Here is a link to my portfolio: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

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I am Reco, an illustrator passionate about using color and detail to create expressive, concept-driven artwork. I am currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Illustration at the School of Visual Arts, where I have completed multiple book illustration and bookbinding projects and developed strong visual storytelling skills over the past two years.

I specialize in digital illustration using Procreate and Adobe Photoshop, and I also work comfortably in traditional media such as watercolor and colored pencil. My work focuses on creating colorful, vibrant, emotionally engaging imagery. I am seeking opportunities in book illustration where I can continue growing professionally while building a strong, portfolio-driven body of work.

Here is a link to my portfolio: Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

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Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator at Independent Contractor
June 1, 2022 - September 30, 2022
Ongoing and completed commissioned artworks for clients, including character designs and illustrations tailored to specific creative requests. Collaboration with Vograce on advertising visuals and merch, including videos and posters.
Collaboration - Product Advertisement at Vograce
June 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022
Collaborated twice with Vograce, a manufacturer of custom merchandise, to create advertising videos and posters for their products.

Education

BFA Illustration at School of Visual Arts
September 1, 2023 - January 1, 2027
High School Diploma at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts
September 1, 2019 - June 1, 2023

Qualifications

Top 3 – Infinity Girl Fan Art Contest
August 1, 2021 - August 31, 2021
Rhodes Scholarship
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet