Shizuka grew up in Yokohama, Japan, and studied graphic design at Parsons School of Design in New York. She worked over a decade in da city as a designer while enriching her creative endeavors in printmaking, photography, drawing, writing, being a mom, and producing workshops for kids. Having traveled often to France, she considers herself to be a mutt of three cultures. She is currently based in Los Angeles, where she can paint outdoors in oil all year.
Here is her resume as a graphic designer.
LinkedIn for a more comprehensive experience.
Here is her portfolio as an artist.
Check out her paintings @illustrated_by_shizuk and writings/drawings @newskoolmom