Hi, I’m Evonne Tan, a Penang-based illustrator. I specialize in mixed-media illustration for books, branding, and entertainment art, and I love weaving narrative ideas into bold, tactile imagery. My training includes a Diploma in Illustration in Entertainment Art from Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts and a BA (Hons) in Graphic & Illustration from The One Academy Penang, with exposure to both local and international art scenes. My work has been shown in exhibitions ranging from the Penang State Art Gallery Annual Show (2025) to international group shows, and I’ve received awards such as Best New Comer at the Malaysia International Watercolour Biennale (2018) and UNESCO-related nominations. I enjoy teaching, collaborating with publishers and galleries, and helping brands tell their stories through expressive visuals.

Evonne Tan

Hi, I’m Evonne Tan, a Penang-based illustrator. I specialize in mixed-media illustration for books, branding, and entertainment art, and I love weaving narrative ideas into bold, tactile imagery. My training includes a Diploma in Illustration in Entertainment Art from Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts and a BA (Hons) in Graphic & Illustration from The One Academy Penang, with exposure to both local and international art scenes. My work has been shown in exhibitions ranging from the Penang State Art Gallery Annual Show (2025) to international group shows, and I’ve received awards such as Best New Comer at the Malaysia International Watercolour Biennale (2018) and UNESCO-related nominations. I enjoy teaching, collaborating with publishers and galleries, and helping brands tell their stories through expressive visuals.

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Hi, I’m Evonne Tan, a Penang-based illustrator. I specialize in mixed-media illustration for books, branding, and entertainment art, and I love weaving narrative ideas into bold, tactile imagery. My training includes a Diploma in Illustration in Entertainment Art from Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts and a BA (Hons) in Graphic & Illustration from The One Academy Penang, with exposure to both local and international art scenes.

My work has been shown in exhibitions ranging from the Penang State Art Gallery Annual Show (2025) to international group shows, and I’ve received awards such as Best New Comer at the Malaysia International Watercolour Biennale (2018) and UNESCO-related nominations. I enjoy teaching, collaborating with publishers and galleries, and helping brands tell their stories through expressive visuals.

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Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Intermediate
Malay
Advanced

Work Experience

Visual Arts Teacher at Prince of Wales International School Penang
January 1, 2025 - Present
Current role: develop and deliver visual arts curriculum, mentor students, and coordinate school art projects and exhibitions.
Visual Arts Teacher at Fairview International School Penang
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2025
Taught visual arts from 2018 to 2025; designed lesson plans, facilitated student exhibitions, and supported cross-cultural art practices.

Education

Diploma in Illustration in Entertainment Art at Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2017
BA (Hons) Graphic & Illustration at The One Academy Penang
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016

Qualifications

Certified Art Teacher (Primary & Secondary School)
January 11, 2030 - June 22, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other