Faculty of Design
Illustration
Meet the Artist
Lena
Deng
Illustration
“To Those Who are Destined" is a visual development project about those who challenge oppression in their world. Whether grounded or grandiose, through actions or appearance, it is dedicated to those who dream of difference in their daily lives.”

Lena is an illustrator, concept artist and graphic designer in Toronto known mainly for cozy animal drawings and whimsical landscapes.After picking up digital art in high school, Lena began drawing on her phone, occasionally taking up writing as a hobby. After high school, she continued studying at university as a concept artist. Now she sells her artworks locally at markets in search of new things and inspiration.Her works are inspired by Studio Ghibli, Art Nouveau, Impressionism, Romanticism, Baroque, grid systems, and her stuffed animals.
3D Modelling Illustration Motion Design Graphic Design Concept Art
2026, Mako Seaside Market
The Parkdale Hall
2026, OCAD Spring Artist Alley
OCAD University
2025, Mr. Surprise Beach Episode Market
The Well
2025, Anime North (Professional Plaza Artist Feature)
Toronto Congress Centre
2026, Career Launcher Fund Recipient
RBC Centre for Emerging Artists and Designers (CEAD)

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