Pratt Institute

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Education

B.F.A., University of the Arts, Philadelphia; Illustration/Printmaking
Post Graduate Degree, Helen Le Feaux School of Fashion, Vancouver, BC, Canada

Biography

Erin is an artist working in the fashion industry for over a decade.
Focusing on contemporary and street-wear, her clients include Adidas,
Urban Outfitters and Barneys New York. In her position as head designer
for Renee’s NYC accessories company she designs two in house brands and
private label for many international corporations.

Erin has worked as a free-lance illustrator and printmaker for over 20
years. An intrepid traveler, she draws inspiration from ancient cultures,
world religions and science.  Her illustrative work crosses into the
street art and music industries. She enjoys collaborative projects that
combine her love of graphics with fashion. Erin runs a sustainable t-shirt
line, THREE Erin Cadigan and has been recently involved in live painting
competitions.

Erin’s first undergraduate level textbook Textiles for Fashion is being
released by Fairchild Publications in August 2013.