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Chidinma Ego-Osuala
Illustrator

Chidi, Nigerian, growing

Melquea Smith
Children's Book Illustrator

"Hey there! My name is Melquea Smith (pronounced ""Mehl-kwee-yah"") and I’m an award winning Black female illustrator based in New York. I focus on drawing animals and mythological creatures (especially dragons). Color, magic, and strong storytelling excite me."

Jerrard Joseph
Digital Vector Based Illustration

Jerrard Scott Joseph ( Yusef Abdul Jaleel ) is a Production Artist located in Yonkers, New York. Yusef has over 20 years experience creating digital artwork for Print Production and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Electronic Design and Multimedia from the City College of New York.

Michael Moorer
Data Scientist for Social Good and Creative

"Michael Moorer Jr. is an African American creative, and data scientist whose research intersects race, social justice, coding, and big data whose grass roots originates from Birmingham, Alabama, USA.

Naomi Gennery
Illustrator & Designer

Naomi is a Bristol (UK) based illustrator and designer. Inspired by a mishmash of influences Naomi likes to take on serious subjects with a playful touch, using collage, bold colours and scribbly illustrations throughout her images.

Anna Laviniere
Illustrator and UX Designer

I'm an Illustrator and UX Designer keen on cartoons and character design each with a unique style.

Eniola Odetunde
Editorial Illustrator

I’m Eniola, a New York based motion designer, illustrator, and animator. With my experience in creative development and production, I bring my love of design and illustration into each project. When I'm not perfecting pixels, I enjoy kicking ass in pub trivia, visiting museums, and watching so many movies (some of them good). I love working and collaborating on a variety of projects. Don’t hesitate to reach out.

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Chiamaka Nwoye
Illustrator

Hello! I’m a Nigerian illustrator based in the UK. I love drawing people and and always try to make sure a lot of life to my illustrations! I am currently a second year illustration student at the University for the Creative Arts.

Jeremy Paten
Co-Creator and Collaborator at Collection of Collections

I am a storyteller who shares my tale using the visual narrative as an avenue to express my feelings and to relate to the world around me. My hope is for my work to span cultural barriers and be accessible to any audience.

Wangui Kariuki
Illustrator

"WaggsTheArtist is a self-taught Kenyan Illustrator, who loves to create portraits. Most of her work centers around Black womxn and nature."

Jessica E. Boyd
Digital Illustrator + Brand Strategist

I'm an award-winning brand strategist-turned-digital illustrator who helps amplify authentic Black-centered businesses and socio-cultural initiatives.

Kaylyn Hill
Digital Media Artist + Creative Mentor

"What's up?! I go by KJH! I'm a digital creator, creative techie, mentor, and author! I'm especially keen to anything that tells expresses experiences within the Black culture! Want to work? Let's!"

Reyna Noriega
Visual Art

"Reyna Noriega is a Miami-based Black and Afro-Latina visual artist, author, and educator who works across a variety of mediums, from graphic design, to painting, digital illustration, and photography.

Joanna Davis
UX Designer and Illustrator

I’ve been a visual designer and illustrator for over 12 years

Chanté Timothy
Illustrator

Chanté Timothy is a published illustrator born and raised in London. Chanté’s first book debut called “A Black Woman Did That” by Malaika Adero helped kick start her passion for children’s book illustration. Her work line art is hand-drawn and coloured using Photoshop.

Chris Herod
Illustrator, Writer, Ancestral Vindicator

I have over 30 years of professional illustration and 10 years of brand strategy experience with a variety of Fortune 300 organizations. Most of my personal work is political and Pan African. I am looking to center my passions with any collaborative opportunities going forward.

Rachel Christie
Digital Illustrator

Rachel Christie is a self taught illustrator based in Orlando, Florida. Specializing in digital illustration, she enjoys portrait work, PR/social media illustration, poster design, and has written, illustrated and self published a children’s book.

Antonio Vance
Phenom Illustrations

Started illustrating at the age of 5. Over 40 years of illustration experience, 15+ years of Photoshop experience, and PARAMOUNT when it comes to CUSTOMER SERVICE.

Benjamin Torres
Creative Director/Illustrator

Ben began his career with Hasbro Toy Group, acted as brand visionary for a spectrum of iconic entertainment brands such as Star Wars, Batman, Superman, Transformers, Pokemon and many more. He has consulted on various movies and tv shows and has illustrated for Marvel & DC.

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Julia Johnson
The Graphic Design GODDE$$

My name is Julia and I'm a self-taught graphic designer who specializes in illustrating 'moods'. Most of my work centers around black women and wellness.

Gregory Buissereth
Published author-Illustrator

Gregory Buissereth, Chicago native, published author-illustrator, filmmaker, youth-worker, and “forever student”. With years of experience in both community services and media production, Greg's creativity is fueled by his enthusiasm and love for community, comedy and design. Wit

Ashley Fountain
3D Artist/ Generalist

Hi There! I am a 3D Artist, but am very versitile and am able to work in 2D and or traditional work as well.

Krystyna Ewing
Illustrator

"I draw things And I never have any idea about what I should put in these things"

Rachel Ogbaretin
Illustrator

Hi I'm Rachel. I come up with ideas and art direct or illustrate them. I'm here to tell stories, and make work that people relate to.

Kiana Henderson
Graphic Designer & Illustrator

I am a black artist born and raised in San Diego, CA! My style can fit many niches and it is heavily inspired by anime and video games. If you’re looking for a fun and creative style look no further!

Ki H
Branding and Graphic Designer

I help guide wellness, empowerment, & spirituality focused Black women business owners to clarity with modern branding & illustrations.

Justin Irabor
2d Illustrator and Character Designer

Webcomic Maker. Illustrator. 2d Animator. Lover of masks (yes, literal masks on faces)

Dyona McQuay
Graphical Illustrations

I started my drawing skills since I was a child, and have evolved from creating illustrious works into becoming a passionate graphic designer. I designed a book cover, participated in art shows, designed logo and album covers. I am continuing my studies at Columbia Chicago IL

Mónica Chelo
Digital Illustrator & Painter

I’m from Panamá but currently living in Mexico City. I’m a digital illustrator and painter. My art mostly depicts women and lately I’ve been working on different themes and situations.

Jaelen Upchurch
Graphic Designer

"Hello! My Name is Jaelen Upchurch and I'm an Illustrator and Graphic Designer from the Bay Area. I am interested in packaging, print, and digital design as well as freelance illustration opportunities. Some of my outside interests are video games, anime, and screen-printing."

Nimah Gobir
Oakland Illustrator + Painter

I'm the daughter of two Nigerian immigrants. Raised by a single mama and a textbook middle child, I create art that explores my identity as a black woman. Through paintings and installations, my work teases out both the nuances and shared experiences of being black.

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Vivian Shih
Asian-American illustrator Vivian Shih!

Vivian tells stories and provokes emotions with her bold eye for aesthetics and brings excitement and individuality to each project she touches. Her illustrative works explore movement and women's and POC voices. Her personal works focus on themes of self-discovery and internal

Sage Youngblood
Designer + Illustrator

Sage Youngblood (she/her) is a visual artist, designer and illustrator based in Portland with experience in digital media, creative agencies—specifically with sports and entertainment clients—, food & beverage, and non-profit work. Inherently drawn to political and social issues, Sage is active in organizations centering queer POC experiences including Red Dot Campaign and New Women Space.

Grace Enemaku
Independent Illustrator

"I'm a Nigerian-Irish designer and illustrator from Dublin, Ireland. A lot of businesses struggle to make brands and content that people find engaging.

Magali Razafimahazo
Graphic Illustrator | Women Empowerment | Fashion & Interiors

Humble fashion & interior Malagasy illustrator based in Canada. I use art to spread love. I want people to feel loved and important when they look at my artwork. Remember: you are loved and you are worthy.

Brian Blase
DRAWING ILLUSTRATIONS

I'm a creative content writer who enjoys writing Health, fitness, lifestyle, and food blogs. Apart from that I also enjoy drawing, it more of a talent. I use biro pens and eye pencils for my art. I can send you some samples of my work once you review my application

Sharon Stokes
Illustrator

Sharon Stokes is a Brooklyn-born and based illustrator and designer. Her style is influenced by comics and art nouveau. Graduating from The City College of New York with a B.A. in Studio Art, she uses her art to provide social commentary.

Jaleel Hudson
Illustrator

Jaleel Hudson is a Freelance Illustrator in the UK who specializes in portraitures, especially of a diverse range. She is able to be versatile in her style to accommodate to a brief's specifications. Aside from portraiture, she also specialising in food and narrative illustration

Carmélia Brissi
Illustrator/2d animator

Carmélia is passionate about animation and loves to design interesting and appealing characters. She graduated from the classical animation program at the Vancouver Film School.

Katleen Hillion
Art director and Illustrator

"Hello , I’m french art director and illustrator from caribbean but based in France, I like drawing black characters and a lot of things / subjects from our black Community."

Mia Saine
Illustrator and Graphic Designer

Mia Saine is a non-binary illustrator from Memphis, Tennessee. They specialize in commercial illustration, brand design, advertisement design, and environmental design. They enjoy normalizing, amplifying, and showcasing the empowerment and happiness of minorities.

Jessie Francis
Scene Build Artist, Animator and Illustrator

Creative, enthusiastic, and driven; I am a first class graduate from Arts University Bournemouth with a passion for character-driven storytelling and animation. I possess a keen interest in history, culture and travel, as well as an enduring eager willingness to learn. Specialisms include: Creative Development and 2D Character Animation. Generalisms include: Character Design, Writing and Editing.

Cyan Daly
Freelance Illustrator

Cyan is a NY based illustrator with an affinity for color. In her art, she draws information from her own cultural experience, the city around her, and brightly colored poisonous animals.

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