Native New Yorker Tanya Rast, is a professional freelance illustrator. While realism is her main concentration, her work ranges in style depending on her vision for each piece.

She specializes in portraits but also loves drawing fan art. Utilizing modern tools she creates a fresh perspective on a traditional art form with her fully digital paintings. Her work can be found at various online platforms such as Spoonflower and Redbubble featuring textile and merchandise designs.