Our Story
We founded Tumeke Arts with a simple yet profound mission: to ignite the creative spark in every young artist. Our studio is a sanctuary where curiosity meets technique, providing a space for children aged 6 to 18 to explore diverse styles and discover their unique artistic voice.
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Our team of passionate educators is dedicated to fostering artistic self-discovery. We believe that art is more than a skill—it is a journey of self-expression and growth. Through our classes, we provide the tools and encouragement needed for young artists to thrive.
Meet the Teachers
Lina Xiao
Having graduated from Sichuan Fine Arts Institute in China with a major in design, Lina has been engaged in art teaching and graphic design for more than ten years. Through years of exploration and dedication to art education, she cultivates each student's artistic ability and has developed art courses tailored to their needs. She has helped many elite students gain admission to top high school art programs and has been awarded Best Art Instructor of the North American Youth Art Competition multiple times.
Yeranran Wang
Yeranran Wang is a distinguished artist and educator with over six years of K–12 experience and a degree from Emily Carr University of Art + Design. An Active Member of the Federation of Canadian Artists and a multi-award-winning painter, she specializes in acrylic, watercolor, and oil mediums. Her teaching philosophy combines strong technical foundations with personalized instruction, helping students cultivate their unique visual language within a supportive and creative professional environment.
Doris Huo
Doris is an accomplished educator and designer who studied at the prestigious Dalian No. 15 High School and Emily Carr University of Art + Design. With a strong background in Interaction Design and four years of teaching experience, she excels in guiding students through the fundamentals of drawing and diverse media. Her instructional approach balances technical mastery with creative exploration, empowering young artists to refine their conceptual thinking and transform original ideas into polished, expressive works of art.
Ray Zhang
Ray is a graduate of Dalian No. 15 High School, one of China’s top arts institutions, and Emily Carr University of Art + Design, where he studied Interaction Design. With four years of teaching experience, he possesses a strong foundation in drawing and various visual media. His instructional style bridges technical precision with creative experimentation, focusing on helping students expand their conceptual thinking. Ray is dedicated to guiding young artists as they refine their ideas and transform initial sketches into sophisticated, finished works of art.
Lisa Wu
Lisa Wu is an accomplished illustrator and educator holding a Bachelor’s degree in Illustration from Emily Carr University of Art + Design. Expert in digital media, anime, and traditional painting, her practice revolves around character design and visual storytelling. Lisa focuses on building technical foundations in color and composition while nurturing her students' personal concepts. With a patient, supportive approach, she guides young artists to experiment with diverse materials and gain confidence in their unique styles, fostering a creative environment where students can thrive as they explore new artistic techniques.