Irina Troitskaya

Irina Troitskaya is an accomplished educator and illustrator with extensive experience in higher education and practical application of illustration. Currently serving as a Visiting Lecturer and Tutor at Universal University since September 2020, Irina focuses on art direction and live projects that enhance student employability. Additionally, Irina conducts workshops at the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration, emphasizing AI's role in contemporary image-making. Earlier roles include Visiting Lecturer at SKVOT, where a routine sketchbook practice was promoted, and a long tenure at the British Higher School of Art and Design, leading the BA Illustration course and managing client projects. Irina's professional background also includes illustration work for Popill Agency and design for KSAN Internet Laboratory, collaborating with notable clients such as HP and BMW. Irina holds a Master's degree in Illustration from the University of Hertfordshire and a Master's degree in Art History and Teaching Arts from Udmurt State University.