Eric Chan

Eric Chan Chosen to Design 2009 Ottawa Lumière Festival Poster

Eric Sze-Lang Chan is an Ottawa based multi-disciplinary artist with a Bachelor in Interactive Multimedia and Design (B.I.T.) from Carleton University and a Diploma in Computer Science with Honours from Algonquin College. Eric takes an interest in exploring the creative intersections between the visual-arts and the usages of technology.

Eric is an artist who is versed in both the creative arts and computer sciences - this dual nature of extremes is what truly defines him. Complicated, random and simple all at the same time, Eric expresses these attributes of his personality through his creations. Eric says, "It is one of my goals to challenge myself to become a better artist and to explore/redefine the perception of the visual arts."

Joanne Hughes, Lumière Producer, has been interested in Eric’s work since 2007 when his work was featured as part of a fundraiser for Lumière at the Mercury Lounge, “Eric’s pieces are so vibrant, multi layered and artistically complex and when I first saw his pieces I began to plan how we could combine his fresh design approach with the festival.” This plan is coming into play in 2009 as Eric has signed on as the designer for the 2009 Ottawa Lumière Festival marketing campaign which will include the poster, website and postcards. Hughes is thrilled and knows Eric will create a dynamic and contemporary feel, which, will appeal to the diverse regional community.

Eric’s latest exhibit is being launched in Tokyo, Japan in May 2009. "i am my introspection" is the theme of the new series and involves the exploration and introspection of the artist, exploring an introspection of the past and the blurring of Eric’s dual identity. To view Eric’s work visit his website at http://eepmon.com

Eric Chan’s Notable Projects
Microsoft XBox 360 (Austria) - 2008 Summer/Fall Visual Campaign
Mini Cooper (Canada) - 2008 Annual Financial Services Calendar
Susumu Yokota (Japan) - Album art for Skintone Compilation Album

Recognition
Excellence Award for Illustration - Computer Arts Magazine: Issue 150 - Graduate Showcase 2008
Asian Kinetic Artist (A.K.A.) - Tiger Translate 2007
Finalist for Self Promotional - FITC 2007 (Toronto, Canada)
Best Canadian Student - FITC 2006 (Toronto, Canada)