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Ting Liang is a freelance illustrator and self-publisher creating vibrant, story-driven artwork with distinct characters and immersive environments across illustration, comics, and visual design projects. Through narrative illustration, comic sequencing, character design, and print-ready production, Ting brings original stories to life end-to-end—from concept to layout, editing, and selling.
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Freelance Illustrator & Self-Publisher
January 1, 2025 - PresentCreated commissioned illustrations for private clients and independent projects. Designed, edited, and self-published an original artbook—handling layout, production, and sales. Organized and led a collaborative fan zine for Invincible, coordinating 13 artists as project coordinator, editor, and publication designer. Designed and produced an artboard/calendar using risograph printing for independent sales. Developed an original cast of cartoon animal characters and expanded the project into a cohesive IP with a consistent visual identity across illustration and merchandise. Translated character designs into hand-sculpted clay figures, expanding the work into 3D. Created original comic and narrative illustration projects based on personal travel experiences, and completed a 43-page black-and-white graphic novel as an independent publication project.
Independent Artist & Exhibitor
January 1, 2023 - PresentExhibited and sold zines, prints, and handmade works at large-scale comic conventions in China, including Guangzhou ComicuP (CP), with audiences exceeding 100,000 attendees. Participated in independent art fairs and zine markets, building experience in self-publishing workflows, booth setup, and direct audience engagement. Exhibited and sold handmade zines and works at U.S.-based events, including MIC A Art Market and Baltimore community zine fairs. Presented thesis work at MIC A Graduate Show in a public academic exhibition context.
Education
MFA at Maryland Institute College of Art
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2026Illustration (MFA) at Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2026MFA (Master of Arts) at Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2026Qualifications
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Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization
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