Tricia Tang’s Illustration “Bed of Roses” Wins Top Ten in CAPIC Rodeo 17 Student Competition
Tricia Tang’s illustration Bed of Roses — recognized as a Top Ten Winner in the CAPIC Rodeo 17 Student Competition.
We are proud to spotlight Tricia Tang, whose stunning illustration, “Bed of Roses,” has been honoured as one of the top winners in the prestigious Canadian CAPIC Rodeo 17 national student competition.
“Before starting on this actual illustration, I first sketched out what the characters would look like. This makes it easier for me to reference as I draw. Because I wanted the overall piece to look like something out of a play, I wanted to dramatize everything by painting the piece in bold, baroque-like lighting. Contrast is very important to me when I illustrate, to make the characters stand out from the environment.”
Behind the Scenes: Early Sketches and Creative Process for Bed of Roses
A Historic Sweep for IDEA School of Design at Capilano University
We are thrilled to share some incredible news—students from the IDEA School of Design have achieved an unprecedented victory at CAPIC’s prestigious Rodeo 17 student competition. Our students claimed all ten of the top illustration awards, a clean sweep that speaks volumes about the creativity, dedication, and skill that define the IDEA experience.
This achievement isn’t just about winning; it reflects the strength of our program, the passion of our students, and the exceptional mentorship provided by our faculty. Claiming all top spots is a feat that places our program and our students in a league of their own, solidifying our reputation as the definitive incubator for Canada’s next generation of illustrators.
We couldn’t be prouder of our rising stars. Explore their award-winning work in CAPIC’s online gallery—and see why the future of Canadian illustration is being shaped right here at IDEA.
Many congratulations to all the winners
Anya Ali Mulzet – Daydreamer
Tin Raganit – Protected
Rayna Lai – Sulk
Andy Poystila – Goblin Shark Character Sheet
Tricia Tang – Bed of Roses
Rayna Lai – Daydreaming
Jordan Richert – Regret
Sol Yoon – Teacher, it’s too cold outside
Phoebe Verdon – The Otherworldly Reveal
Lily Jones – Verso Amie
Join us in congratulating Tricia Tang on this outstanding achievement! This award is a testament to Tricia’s incredible talent and hard work.
Bonus: Experimenting with a New Composition and Colour Options for the Puppet Illustration
“As a bonus, I recently reimagined this piece for my portfolio with an entirely new composition. I redrew it as a fresh illustration, focusing more on the overall layout than the technical details, and experimented with colours to explore different possibilities for these two puppets.”
