Hello, my name is Rina Ayuyang, and I’m a cartoonist, writer, and educator based in Oakland, CA. I draw and write comics that explore family, community history, cultural identity, and pop culture nostalgia. My work has been nominated for the Eisner, Harvey, and Ignatz Awards. I have exhibited and worked on projects for Marvel Comics, The Comics Journal, Arlington Art Center, Asian Art Museum, Cartoon Art Museum, Giant Robot, SF Art Commission, University of San Francisco’s Thacher Gallery, Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum, and the Charles Schulz Museum. I also teach at the California College of Art (CCA) for the BFA and MFA Comics programs and have run comics workshops for all age groups.
When I’m not busy with comics, you’ll probably see me singing karaoke, eating donuts, or cheering on the Golden State Valkyries and all my hometown sports teams (hint is in the photo at the right).
To stay updated on my comics projects and upcoming events, you can also follow me on Instagram at @rinayay.comics.
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Rina Ayuyang 