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I am an illustrator based in Leeds, UK. Inspired by my mixed Anglo-Burmese heritage and experience of growing up in Japan, my work explores identity—how people form their identities and are also assigned identities by other people. I have experience in making personalized portrait illustrations of people and animals. I also have experience making a digital stickers that can be used on Japanese message app called "LINE" which includes illustrations of original characters I made. Recently I completed a children's book illustration for an author based in Australia.…I am an illustrator based in Leeds, UK. Inspired by my mixed Anglo-Burmese heritage and experience of growing up in Japan, my work explores identity—how people form their identities and are also assigned identities by other people. I have experience in making personalized portrait illustrations of people and animals. I also have experience making a digital stickers that can be used on Japanese message app called "LINE" which includes illustrations of original characters I made. Recently I completed a children's book illustration for an author based in Australia.

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Book Illustrator, Children’s Book Illustrator, Illustrator, +1

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I am an illustrator based in Leeds, UK. Inspired by my mixed Anglo-Burmese heritage and experience of growing up in Japan, my work explores identity—how people form their identities and are also assigned identities by other people. I have experience in making personalized portrait illustrations of people and animals. I also have experience making a digital stickers that can be used on Japanese message app called "LINE" which includes illustrations of original characters I made. Recently I completed a children's book illustration for an author based in Australia.…I am an illustrator based in Leeds, UK. Inspired by my mixed Anglo-Burmese heritage and experience of growing up in Japan, my work explores identity—how people form their identities and are also assigned identities by other people. I have experience in making personalized portrait illustrations of people and animals. I also have experience making a digital stickers that can be used on Japanese message app called "LINE" which includes illustrations of original characters I made. Recently I completed a children's book illustration for an author based in Australia.

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I am an illustrator based in Leeds, UK. Inspired by my mixed Anglo-Burmese heritage and experience of growing up in Japan, my work explores identity—how people form their identities and are also assigned identities by other people. I have experience in making personalized portrait illustrations of people and animals. I also have experience making a digital stickers that can be used on Japanese message app called “LINE” which includes illustrations of original characters I made. Recently I completed a children’s book illustration for an author based in Australia.

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English

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Japanese

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Work Experience

Graphic Design Intern at 10zyme

December 1, 2023 - Present

Designed mockups and creative assets for social media posts, posters, and brochures using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Brainstormed design concepts and worked closely with the director of brand communication to ensure designs were appealing and on-brand. Produced supporting logos for promotional materials and delivered assigned tasks efficiently and on time.

Art Workshop Leader at Kidzania

February 1, 2023 - August 31, 2023

Led children’s art engagement through structured sessions and ongoing meetings. Designed and completed collage-based art projects enabling children of different ages and skill levels to express themselves in a positive learning environment. Proactively self-taught Tinkercad to expand capabilities and remain adaptable.

Freelance Illustrator & Artist at Freelance

July 1, 2021 - Present

Created original illustration and design work for multiple clients and projects. Produced a children’s book illustration set for an Australia-based author (including ongoing illustration work). Developed 16 digital stickers for a Japanese messaging app (LINE). Completed mental health awareness illustration series. Produced illustration work for a UK-based poet and designed an A4 newsletter cover for a professional teachers group in Japan. Produced and branded NFT collections on OpenSea and had artwork featured in academic articles related to awareness of the military coup in Myanmar.

Project Intern at Focal Point Inc Japan

July 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019

Returned for a second internship period and supported video ad production for mobile phone accessories and translation app-related content. Contributed to script development, content planning, and pre-production research activities.

Project Intern at Focal Point Inc Japan

July 1, 2018 - August 31, 2018

Produced three video advertisements for mobile phone accessories supporting translation apps within a 10-day turnaround. Developed video scripts and viewer-focused content. Conducted location research and supported pre-production planning to help execute the campaigns effectively.