About me

I'm Kate Wong, an illustrator working in watercolor, gouache, and digital mediums. I live in Vancouver, WA with two cats and a whole lot of plants. My signature is an attention to detail alongside playful colors, with a whimsical aesthetic that is grounded in research and real-world context. I do all kinds of illustration projects, including maps, portraits, editorial, and book illustrations.

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Projects

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  Concept ArtVarious self initiated editorial and concept pieces
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  Melbourne PlaceIllustrations for a proposed hotel and retail space
• Heroes & Icons Wall ArtA series of portraits for sale through Crate & Kids
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  New York Times: For Sale, Red Flags and All(Oct. 22, 2017) Watercolor illustrations painted for The New York Times real estate section cover and interior. Brief was for an article about home buying and what to watch out for, and requested that the illustration include a specific set of red flags. AD: Rodrigo Honeywell
• 12 Houses of the ZodiacA self initiated project depicting the astrological signs as literal houses.
• BooksCover artwork for Footprints on the Moon (Lorraine Marwood)

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Work history

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IllustratorSelf-employed
Jan 2015Portland, United StatesFreelance
I am a self taught illustrator with experience in editorial, publishing, and retail projects. Past clients have included the New York Times, Chronicle Books, Prospect Park Books, Crate & Kids, and Darling Magazine. Prior to illustration, I worked in graphic design.

Skills

• Watercolour Illustration
• Digital Illustration
• Lettering
• Concept art
• Editorial Illustration
• Book Illustration

Education

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Bachelor of Arts (BA) Scripps College
Aug 2009 - May 2011United States
Bachelor of Arts in humanities, with a focus on political journalism. Graduated Phi Beta Kappa and magna cum laude.