Speaking, Live Illustration & Mentorship
Tanu Vasu offers custom painting and drawing commissions, live illustration performances, educational lectures, and mentoring services in the field of art. Her work brings a distinct visual storytelling style to panels, talks, and live events for brands and organizations around the world.
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Live Illustration & Art Performances
Tanu Vasu drawing and painting custom bespoke artwork onsite at Tiffany and co Flagship store.
Tanu performs live illustration at events, capturing moments and stories in real time in front of an audience.
Enquire to book Tanu for your brand's next event below.
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Speaking & Panel Discussions
Tanu speaking on an industry panel for the New York Design Center, alongside esteemed colleagues in the Desgn space. New York Design Week, September 2025.
Tanu has participated as a speaker and panelist at industry events, sharing insights on illustration, creative direction, and the business of art.
Available to speak at brand events, conferences, and industry panels.
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Educational & Motivational Talks
Tanu Vasu delivers lectures and talks on art, creativity, and the illustrated storytelling process, engaging audiences with both technical insight and personal narrative.
She was featured at a New York Fashion Week panel in September 2025 to inspire and educate the next generation on the art and fashion industries.
She often speaks at universities, schools, and nonprofits about her business.
Enquire to book Tanu for speaking below.
Invitation to the New York Fashion Week panel featuring Tanu Vasu as moderator, September 2025.
Tanu Vasu on Panel
Tanu Vasu creating a live custom artwork performance for an audience at Tiffany & Co.
Tanu Vasu creating a live custom artwork
Invitation to an industry leader panel discussion featuring Tanu Vasu as guest speaker
Tanu Vasu's live performance custom art for Malin + Goetz where she created art pieces for guests onsite
Tanu Vasu creating custom art onsite for The Plaza Hotel
Custom art wall design for Framebridge by Tanu Vasu
CustomNYC wall art created by Tanu Vasu for private home commission.
Tanu Vasu created a custom trompe l'oeil installation for Inteior design, bringing hand-painted illusion and artistry to their space.
Tanu Vasu painting custom commissioned wall of her artworks
Live painting at the. Central Park Boathouse for guests
Tanu Vasu featured on a Women Entrepreneurs panel.
Tanu Vasu's Custom Mural design for Malin + Gotetz
Mentorship
Tanu Vasu mentors emerging artists and illustrators, offering guidance on creative development, technique, and building a career in art. She has partnered with organizations such as the Free Arts internship program to support and mentor the next generation of artists.
A note of thanks from the Free Arts 2026 internship program, recognizing Tanu Vasu's mentorship of participating artists in their future artists program.
Custom Artwork & Commissions
Tanu Vasu creates custom paintings and drawings for brands and private individuals, translating each commission into a piece that reflects the subject's story and personality.
Capturing Tanu Vasu creating a custom artwork for Pendry Hotels.
Enquire to commission a custom piece below.