Academy of Art University

Illustration Gallery

Hao Zheng

The Future of Illustration

Students at Academy of Art University learn how to make art—how to load a paintbrush, about focal points, perspective, color theory, and more. They learn about the principles of art, about the rigor of the industry, and how to pursue their own success.

The student work featured on these virtual walls represents the future of Illustration. Take some time to discover what the future holds.

“I don’t want cookie cutter graduates. I want strong individuals who are adapting and have a clear idea of who they are and where they’re going.”

—Chuck Pyle, Director, School of Illustration

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Wings Rider - Hao Zheng

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Anne Hathaway/Caricature II - CJ Lee

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John Henry Versus the Steam Drill - Robert Gruman

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Red Carpet - Samuel Lim

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Sketches - Zoe Li

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Frog/BW - CJ Lee

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Lace the Lady - CJ Lee

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Making the Most of a Rainy Day - Robert Gruman

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Geisha's Fantasy - Zoe Li

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Best Friends - Yuxin Feng

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Bandana Ben/Caricature - CJ Lee

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Frog Prince: First Encounter - Daneal Jackson

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Wanderer - Rosa Mendez

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Golden Fish Jar - Zoe Li

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Train - Yuxin Feng

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Anne Hathaway/Caricature I - CJ Lee

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Persona - Elise Jimenez

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The Fortress - Sabrina Bedford

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Albion Theater - Zoe Li

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Baby Yaga - Carmynn Zhang

Contact Us

For more information on these skilled artists and designers, call 415-618-8899, or email us

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