Ciel Chen is a New York-based illustrator from China with a love for storytelling. After graduating from the School of Visual Arts, she began working as a freelance artist, primarily in publishing. Her past collaborations include The Los Angeles Times, Breathe Magazine, Ramona Magazine, and more.

Ciel’s work captures meaningful moments in life, exploring human relationships and inner worlds with a delicate, thoughtful touch. Through her illustrations, she hopes to evoke emotion, tell stories, and create a sense of connection.

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Awards

World Illustration Awards 2024 Shortlisted Artist

iJUNGLE Illustration Awards 2023 Gold Medal

JIA Illustration Awards 2023 Bronze Award

Communication Arts 2023 Award of Excellence

World Illustration Awards 2023 Longlisted Artist

Society of Illustrators 2022 Annual Award

Education

School of Visual Arts, MFA Illustration as Visual Essays

School of Visual Arts, BFA Illustration