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Zhenyu Pan was born and raised in China, and she has been fortunate to follow her passion for art and storytelling at the Illustration Department at the School of Visual Arts, where her dream of becoming a picture book illustrator has flourished.
Zhenyu Pan finds inspiration in the beauty of everyday life. Drawing from the stories of those around her, her personal experiences, and the enchanting landscapes of her own fantasy realms, she paints a vivid narrative that transcends reality. Guided by a vibrant and lively color palette, her illustrations beckon you to embark on a whimsical journey.
With a deep love for diving into fantastical realms, her goal is to craft enchanting illustrations for children's books, captivating book covers, product illustrations, and editorial pieces. Her proficiency extends across various illustration techniques, from traditional methods like Silkscreen, Etching, Watercolor, and Acrylic Painting to the latest digital tools like Procreate.
Awards & Publications
|Hope| Hiii Illustration 2023 - Final List
|Chef Sloth| Hiii Illustration 2023 - Final List
|Hope| JIA Illustration Award 2024 - Bronze Award
|Chef Sloth| 3x3 International Illustration Annual No.21 - Honorable Mention
|The Great Blue Yonder| 3x3 International Illustration Annual No.21 - Honorable Mention
|The Other Lands| Visual Opinion, Volume 30, Issue 4
|New Year| Visual Opinion, Volume 30, Issue 6
Shows
|The Great Blue Yonder| Group Exhibition “Around and Again” at the SVA Flatiron Gallery