I am a freelance artist passionate about creating engaging artworks and experiences. My journey in art has allowed me to collaborate with various institutions and individuals to bring ideas to life through illustration and design. I have illustrated one book, The Hellhounds of High School. I enjoy teaching and sharing my knowledge with aspiring artists, fostering a community of creativity and inspiration.…

Tara Nakano

I am a freelance artist passionate about creating engaging artworks and experiences. My journey in art has allowed me to collaborate with various institutions and individuals to bring ideas to life through illustration and design. I have illustrated one book, The Hellhounds of High School. I enjoy teaching and sharing my knowledge with aspiring artists, fostering a community of creativity and inspiration.…

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I am a freelance artist passionate about creating engaging artworks and experiences. My journey in art has allowed me to collaborate with various institutions and individuals to bring ideas to life through illustration and design. I have illustrated one book, The Hellhounds of High School. I enjoy teaching and sharing my knowledge with aspiring artists, fostering a community of creativity and inspiration.

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English
Fluent
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Art Instructor at Richmond Art Gallery
January 1, 2022 - Present
Collaborated to create lessons around contemporary gallery exhibitions. Taught elementary students about art and the art process.
3D Environmental Artist at Wizard Games
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Created, textured, and modeled all assets for mobile game.
Illustrator at Pat Budd
January 3, 2011 - Present
Illustrated and designed cover for Hell Hounds of Highschool
Freelance Artist
January 1, 2013 - Present
Developed personal projects and commissioned works while collaborating with various clients. Focus on creating illustrations and visual art pieces.
Freelance Artist at Self-employed
January 1, 2014 - Present
Created various artistic works including digital illustrations and animations. Managed client relationships and project timelines.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Alberta College of Art and Design
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts at University of California, San Francisco
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2014
Diploma in 3D Animation at Vancouver Film School
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016

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Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services

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