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
Non-Fiction
Languages
Awards
- Hons 1st
Certifications
- BA Illustration
Work experience
Self-employed
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
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
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.
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