My name is Naomi van Heemst and I am an illustrator and 2D animator based in the Netherlands. I love drawing characters, writing stories and experimenting with colors. I usually make work inspired by my own Caribbean cultural roots, but I also love Japanese woodblock prints, manga, poetry and hip hop, rap and salsa music that often form a silver lining throughout my art pieces.
My work is all about diversity, inclusivity and the celebration of black excellence! I aspire to create worlds and design characters that anyone can see a part of themselves in. In the past I have worked for a production company as a concept art intern, animated a short film for a theater performance and an animation series for the museum depot Boijmans van Beuningen in Rotterdam (2022-2025).
I'm always looking for cool collaborations (whether you are into image, film or sound) and currently available for work. Let's connect!
My work is all about diversity, inclusivity and the celebration of black excellence! I aspire to create worlds and design characters that anyone can see a part of themselves in. In the past I have worked for a production company as a concept art intern, animated a short film for a theater performance and an animation series for the museum depot Boijmans van Beuningen in Rotterdam (2022-2025).
I'm always looking for cool collaborations (whether you are into image, film or sound) and currently available for work. Let's connect!
