Tara McPherson is a contemporary American artist and toy designer known for her distinctive, otherworldly aesthetic that blends powerful female archetypes with themes drawn from mythology, astrophysics, music, and the human psyche. With a background in illustration and fine art from Art Center College of Design, she has built a diverse career spanning fine art, commercial illustration, and collectible toy design. McPherson’s paintings, screen prints, and designer toys have garnered international acclaim, earning her awards such as a Silver Clio, Toy of the Year and Best Licensed Figure from the Designer Toy Awards.