About Me
Vanessa Shi (b. 2002, Beijing, China) is an illustration designer and oil painter based between Beijing and Los Angeles. Her practice blends the vibrant color palettes of Chinese visual culture with the texture and abstraction of Western painting. Often drawing from dreams and emotions, her work explores the inexpressible through layered brushstrokes and atmospheric rhythm. In addition to painting, she also engages in installation and photography to expand her narrative language.
Education
2021.08 – 2024.12 Pasadena, USA
ArtCenter College of Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration Design
Minor in Business
Work Experience
2021.06 – 2021.08 Beijing, China
Interesting (Beijing) Culture Communication Co., Ltd.
Art Intern
2023.11 Pleasanton, USA
BBQ Restaurant Creative Designer
Menu Design, Poster Design
2025.02 – 2025.05 Beijing, China
Xiaomi
Design Intern
Project Experience
2024.04 Pasadena, USA
Woolly Woes Short Film
Background Artist – Short Film Background Design
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