Femke de Jong

Femke de Jong – Designer

I’ve been an illustrator since 2008 I work in editorial, publishing and advertising.

Overview

Hi, I am Femke. Originally from the Netherlands, I live in Bristol, UK since 2003.


I am a nature-lover who collects stories and I find inspiration everywhere I go. On time away from my studio I love to ride on my bicycle, go to flea markets, and dive wrecks & reefs with my buddy.


I have worked for many editorial clients across the world, and still am doing so. My longest standing column is with BBC History Magazine, with whom I have worked since 2009.

My style would be a great fit for editorial, book/cover, packaging, advertising, illustrations.


A lot of my work is quite history-oriented, I like to tell a story, capture a moment in time which is often whimsical and curious. My work is concept-driven; my use of metaphor and allegory translate really well to modern day topics.


Looking forward to be working with you soon,


Very best,


Femke

Services
Fiction
Classics Cultural & Ethnic Historical Fiction Literary Fiction Poetry Steampunk
Non-Fiction
History
Languages
English
Awards
  • Hons 1st
Certifications
  • BA Illustration

Work experience

Self-employed

Jan, 2010 — Present

I have been doing graphic design work and gif animation for publishing, and advertising on a freelance basis for magazines and corporate clients.

Self-employed

Nov, 2009 — Present

It has been a pleasure and a privilege illustrating a Monthly column with BBC History Magazine as their regular illustrator. You can find my work monthly accompanying the articles of Michael Wood.

Self-employed

Jul, 2008 — Present

I am a freelance illustrator. I work for editorial, advertising and publishing clients worldwide.
My work has is a combination of collage and drawn elements, often whimsical and surreal. Woven together in a rich etched print style, which reflects the warmth of vintage design.
I have illustrated many historical subjects, as I love history, and as we should always learn from history this can apply to many modern day subjects.

Portfolio

Les heures indociles

Marchal, Eric

ANNE CARRIERE

Bristol Short Story Prize Anthology 1

Rebecca Lloyd

Bristol Review of Books Ltd

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