Hi! I'm Ching-ya, a graphic designer and illustrator based in NYC.
I specialize in illustration, branding, digital media, and more. My work has been recognized by the American Illustration Awards and Creative Quarterly. I’ve worked with clients including The New York Times, Intelligentsia Coffee, New York Road Runners, and more. My work has been exhibited in places like Times Square and the Queens Botanical Garden. With professional experience as a graphic designer, I bring a mix of creativity and expertise to every project.
Skills
Illustration
Animation
Digital Media Assets
Print Collateral
Packaging
Branding
Logo Design
Motion Design
Website Design
UI/UX Design
Art Direction
Award & Recognition
2023 American Illustration 42 chosen winner
2023 Creative Quarterly 71 runner-up
2022 Give Taiwan a Voice, Times Square, New York
2022 (Re: Plant), The Pier-2 Art Center, Taiwan
2021 Taiwan: A World of Orchids, Queens Botanical Garden, New York
2020 The Cheltenham Illustration Awards
2020 American Illustration 39 chosen winner
2019 Creative Quarterly 54 winner
2019 Romantic Route 3, Neiwan Train Station, Taiwan
2019 MFA Illustration Practice Grad Show Sheila & Richard Riggs Gallery,
Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore
2018 Image Harvest Fox 3 Gallery, Maryland Institute College of Art, Baltimore
2016 Yodex, World Trade Center Exhibition Hall 1, Taiwan
2016 Yong Pin Sponsor Award-Pegatron Collection Award
2015 Asia Society of Basic Design and Art, Skytown Narita Gallery, Japan
2015 Double-Solo Exhibition, Socoffee Gallery, Taiwan
Experience
Freelance Graphic Designer/Illustrator
Present
Graphic Designer - Craft & Root
2021 - 2024
Textile Designer - Indigo Home
2019 - 2021
Education
Maryland Institute College of Art MFA
Illustration Practice
Sep 2017 - Jun 2019
National Taiwan University of Art BFA
Visual Communication Design
Sep 2012 - Jun 2016