Hello, thanks for stopping by!
I’m Reena, a Chinese-Canadian artist based in Queens, NY. I have a MFA in illustration from the School of Visual Arts, and am a licensed tattoo artist.
I love to draw for the physical act of drawing, and I love trying to capture small moments and details that show people being people. While I enjoy experimenting with both analog and digital mediums, I find myself always going back to an emotive line and a fun colour palette. When it comes to tattooing, I love bold designs and am super inspired by ornamental rugs and patterns.
Contact:
For illustration work, please email:
REENA.WU2000@GMAIL.COM
For tattoo-related questions, please email:
REENADOTTATTOO@GMAIL.COM
Follow me @reena.wu and @reena.tattoo :)
Awards, exhibits, and publications:
2025 Communication Arts Illustration Competition - Shortlist
2024 American Illustration 43 - Chosen Winner
2023 American Illustration 42 - Chosen Winner
2023 AKA Design Competition - Runner Up
2024 SVA MFA Illustration as Visual Essay Merit Scholarship
2023 SVA MFA Illustration as Visual Essay Merit Scholarship
2024 dRAW - SVA MFA Illustration Drawing Show
2024 ROVE, Volume 1