Meet Penang-born Eleen Tan,
an Art Educator and Fashion Illustrator whose work has been featured in VOGUE and highlighted in TATLER Asia.

Eleen's fashion illustrations encapsulate the demeanor of socialites and fashion icons in a frenzied runway show, gleaming under bright lights. Glamorous and très chic, they immerse viewers in a vibrant imaginary world, brought to life with feminine brush strokes, gradient watercolour finishes, and poised human silhouettes.
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Eleen Tan, Fashion Illustrator

Eleen Tan is no stranger to Malaysia’s fashion illustration scene. Since 2010, she has transformed her childhood passion into a distinguished career, creating elegant fashion imagery that continues to captivate audiences. Awarded a full scholarship from The Star Education Fund, she first earned her Diploma in Illustration from The One Academy of Communication Design before furthering her studies in the United Kingdom. At Birmingham City University, she graduated with First Class Honours in BA (Hons) Visual Communication and later obtained her MA in Visual Communication with Distinction, both specialising in Fashion Illustration.

While still a student, Eleen began contributing regularly to Malaysia’s top fashion magazines, including Female, Marie Claire, HerWorld, Cleo, Sisters, and Nuyou. Over the past decade, she has brought fashion to life through live illustration at high-profile events ranging from grand openings and exclusive launches to VIP gatherings and brand activations. Her clientele includes some of the world’s most prestigious fashion and beauty houses such as Chanel, Dior, Louis Vuitton, Gucci, Bottega Veneta, and Roger Vivier. She has also collaborated on bespoke illustration projects with celebrated designers including Cassey Gan, Bremen Wong, Ambersze London, and Yoke & Theam.


Eleen Tan, as an Educator

Alongside her practice, Eleen is deeply committed to nurturing the next generation of creatives. Upon returning to Malaysia, she began her academic career lecturing at The One Academy Penang, before serving as Programme Coordinator for the BA (Hons) in Fashion Marketing and Lecturer for the BA (Hons) in Graphic Design at First City University College.

She currently lectures in Fashion Drawing at Sunway College, contributing to their newly launched Fashion Design Technology and Fashion Media programmes. In addition, she serves as External Advisor for the BA (Hons) in Graphic Design Final Year Project & Portfolio at Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology (TAR UMT), providing academic guidance and industry insights to graduating students.

Beyond teaching, Eleen contributed to the 2018 publication Fashion Sketching: A Complete Guidebook for Beginners by SendPoints Publishing Ltd., a respected Hong Kong-based publisher. Through her ongoing collaborations with luxury fashion and beauty brands, she continues to refine her artistry while enriching her classroom with real-world knowledge. As both industry practitioner and educator, Eleen bridges academia and industry, equipping students with the skills and awareness needed to thrive in the ever-evolving fashion landscape.

Exhibition

2024
- Asia Network Beyond Design 4 Regions Exhibitions (Tokyo, Seoul, Taipei & Bangkok)
- Research Day (White Gallery, First City University College)

2023
- Asia Network Beyond Design 4 Regions Exhibitions (Tokyo, Seoul, Taipei and Bangkok)
- SDGS Taiwan International Image Design Invitational Exhibition (Tunghai University)

2022
- WOLOInPink Campaign Exhibition ft. Cassey Gan (WOLO Hotel, KL)
- Asia Network Beyond Design 4 Regions Exhibitions (Shanghai, Tainan, Seoul & Sapporo)

2021
- Asia Network Beyond Design 4 Regions Exhibitions (Tainan, Phuket, Seoul & Shanghai)

2018
- Asia Network Beyond Design Kuala Lumpur


* For CV requests, please leave a message on the Contact page or email misseleen@gmail.com