Dr. Pilar Garcia De Leaniz

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Biography

Pilar Garcia de Leaniz is an award-winning illustrator and academic specializing in design and illustration within textiles. She has worked on various projects for prominent organizations such as the Scottish Government, NHS, and the Universities of Edinburgh and St Andrews. Her work has received media attention from outlets including BBC and Scotsman. With a Master's degree in Illustration from Edinburgh College of Art and additional qualifications in Advertising, PR, and Marketing from ESIC Madrid, she combines her artistic practices with academic research focused on community engagement through illustration. Pilar is actively involved in mentoring and creative initiatives in Edinburgh, demonstrating a commitment to fostering creativity in the local arts community. She has showcased her work in various exhibitions across Scotland, reflecting her extensive experience in public arts initiatives and community-focused projects.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

— Present

Edinburgh College of Art • Edinburgh

Pilar teaches Master Illustration and Undergraduate Textiles programmes at the Edinburgh College of Art, focusing on fostering creativity and engagement in design.

Awards

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Creativity Award

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Shortlisted Creativity Social Award

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Special International Award

Requirements for Edinburgh College of Art

Bachelor Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:92
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:65
Prerequisites
Portfolio of artwork (digital submission)
Application Checklist
  • UCAS application
  • Personal statement
  • Academic reference
  • Digital portfolio
  • English language certificate
Specialization Notes

Includes departments such as Fine Art, Sculpture, and Art (Intermedia/Painting/Photography). Entry usually requires a digital portfolio.