Yuko Shimizu is a multi-award-winning illustrator with over 20 years in the industry. After leaving her job in PR in her early 30s, Yuko took the plunge to attend The School of Visual Arts (SVA), where she refined her childhood passion for illustration. Since graduating in 2003 with her MFA in Illustration as Visual Essay, Yuko has been teaching at the SVA, shaping the next generation of creatives.
At this year's OFFF Festival, I was lucky enough to sit down with Yuko to chat about her role as an educator. Together, we discussed her artistic journey, how the industry has developed across her career, and her advice for emerging artists.
