I‘m a freelance illustrator and picture book author currently based in the UK. I studied traditional Chinese painting at Renmin University of China. I am now studying at Cambridge School of Art. I have experience as an art teaching assistant for secondary school students, and I interned as a designer at ArtSpace5-7 Gallery in Cambridge, gaining strong experience in print and merchandise design. I have a strong style of Chinese painting especially the water and ink. You can see more of my work here: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

Zhiyi Zhu

I‘m a freelance illustrator and picture book author currently based in the UK. I studied traditional Chinese painting at Renmin University of China. I am now studying at Cambridge School of Art. I have experience as an art teaching assistant for secondary school students, and I interned as a designer at ArtSpace5-7 Gallery in Cambridge, gaining strong experience in print and merchandise design. I have a strong style of Chinese painting especially the water and ink. You can see more of my work here: _Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_…

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April 22, 2026

I‘m a freelance illustrator and picture book author currently based in the UK.
I studied traditional Chinese painting at Renmin University of China. I am now studying at Cambridge School of Art.
I have experience as an art teaching assistant for secondary school students, and I interned as a designer at ArtSpace5-7 Gallery in Cambridge, gaining strong experience in print and merchandise design. I have a strong style of Chinese painting especially the water and ink.
You can see more of my work here: Website not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup

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Language

Chinese
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Art Teaching Assistant at Shenzhen Yantian Senior High School
July 1, 2021 - September 1, 2021
Guided students in sketching, quick drawing, and basic colour theory; Supported art exams and recorded student grades
Art Teacher at Beijing Migexiong Education Technology Co., Ltd.
September 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021
Delivered introductory art lessons for kindergarten children
Graphic Designer at Cambridge ArtSpace 5–7 Gallery
January 1, 2026 - March 1, 2026
Designed exhibition posters and flyers; Contributed to website design; Created merchandise and cultural product designs for the gallery
Art Teaching Assistant at Shenzhen Yantian Senior High School
July 1, 2022 - September 1, 2022
Guided students in sketching, quick drawing, and basic colour theory; Supported art exams and recorded student grades

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts at Renmin University of China
September 6, 2020 - June 23, 2024
Children's Book Illustration at Anglia Ruskin University
September 25, 2024 - January 17, 2026

Qualifications

Illustrator Shortlist – Bologna Children's Book Fair 2026
January 1, 2026 - March 27, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Other, Retail
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