Utakata Sparkling Tea

PrizeOfficial Selection in Illustrate (graphic)
University/SchoolSyracuse University
ArtistErica Luo
CategoryNon-Professional

The packaging for Utakata Sparkling Tea, named after the Japanese word for "foam", takes inspiration from the ethereal world of Hans Christian Andersen's The Little Mermaid. The series presents three flavors: Strawberry, Peach, and Lemon. The depiction of the girl with the floating foam alludes to the light, effervescent, and pure qualities of the Utakata tea. The dreamy scene recalls the magical allure of fairy tales, suggesting that every sip of Utakata Sparkling Tea brings a delightful and refreshing escape from reality.

Bio
Erica Luo is a Boston-based digital artist who explores themes of female identity, solitude, and spiritual freedom with an airy and fantastical expression style. She received her M.F.A. in Illustration from Syracuse University.