Evan Hikmat a visual artist and children’s book illustrator based in Haugesund, Norway. She holds a Diploma and a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts . Since 2011, she has illustrated numerous children’s books, stories, poems, and nursery rhymes published by many publishers. Her work combines expressive visual storytelling with a strong focus on children, imagination, and emotional connection. Since 2011, she collaborated with publishers, children’s magazines, and international digital reading platforms, and her illustrations have been featured in cultural events such as the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival. She also design and lead community art workshops that support self-expression, imagination, and creative confidence for children and young adults.

Evan Hikmat a visual artist and children’s book illustrator based in Haugesund, Norway. She holds a Diploma and a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts . Since 2011, she has illustrated numerous children’s books, stories, poems, and nursery rhymes published by many publishers. Her work combines expressive visual storytelling with a strong focus on children, imagination, and emotional connection. Since 2011, she collaborated with publishers, children’s magazines, and international digital reading platforms, and her illustrations have been featured in cultural events such as the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival. She also design and lead community art workshops that support self-expression, imagination, and creative confidence for children and young adults.

Available to hire

Evan Hikmat a visual artist and children’s book illustrator based in Haugesund, Norway. She holds a Diploma and a Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts . Since 2011, she has illustrated numerous children’s books, stories, poems, and nursery rhymes published by many publishers. Her work combines expressive visual storytelling with a strong focus on children, imagination, and emotional connection.
Since 2011, she collaborated with publishers, children’s magazines, and international digital reading platforms, and her illustrations have been featured in cultural events such as the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival. She also design and lead community art workshops that support self-expression, imagination, and creative confidence for children and young adults.

See more

Language

Arabic
Fluent
English
Advanced
Norwegian
Intermediate
Turkish
Beginner

Work Experience

Illustrator at 3asafeer App (international digital reading platform)
January 1, 2018 - Present
Created illustration work for international digital reading content, supporting narrative storytelling for children through expressive visuals designed for digital platforms.
Workshop Facilitator (Creative Art Workshops) at Cultural institutions in Norway (Haugesund Kulturskole, Haugesund Billedgalleri, regional public libraries)
January 1, 2013 - Present
Designed and led community-based intuitive art workshops for children and young adults. Used creative processes and music to build imagination, self-expression, and creative confidence.
Lead Illustrator at Children’s Culture House, Iraq
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2019
Served as lead illustrator, supporting children-focused publishing and creative production. Contributed to visual development and illustration for stories and cultural materials, while helping maintain a child-centered visual language and narrative clarity.
Illustrator and Designer at Publishing houses and children’s magazines (Majallati, Al-Mizmar)
January 1, 2011 - Present
Worked extensively as an illustrator and designer for local and regional publishing houses and children’s magazines. Produced illustration and design assets aligned with editorial and children’s storytelling needs.

Education

BA in Fine Arts (Visual Arts) at University of Baghdad
January 1, 2007 - September 3, 2026
Diploma in Fine Arts (Visual Arts) at Institute of Fine Arts
January 1, 2004 - September 3, 2026

Qualifications

Add your qualifications or awards here.

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services