I am a Dhaka-based visual artist and illustrator with a passion for creating work that reflects themes of personal significance and offers a sense of calm amid life's chaos. My art is an extension of my perspective on existence, often exploring fantastical worlds, imaginative creatures, and vibrant narratives. I gravitate toward bold, bright color palettes and simplified shapes, using them to craft visually engaging and emotionally resonant pieces. Tools of the trade: I am proficient in both digital and traditional painting techniques. In the digital realm, I favor Procreate for its intuitive workflow, and I am equally skilled in industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Toon Boom Harmony.…

Humayra Kabir

I am a Dhaka-based visual artist and illustrator with a passion for creating work that reflects themes of personal significance and offers a sense of calm amid life's chaos. My art is an extension of my perspective on existence, often exploring fantastical worlds, imaginative creatures, and vibrant narratives. I gravitate toward bold, bright color palettes and simplified shapes, using them to craft visually engaging and emotionally resonant pieces. Tools of the trade: I am proficient in both digital and traditional painting techniques. In the digital realm, I favor Procreate for its intuitive workflow, and I am equally skilled in industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Toon Boom Harmony.…

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I am a Dhaka-based visual artist and illustrator with a passion for creating work that reflects themes of personal significance and offers a sense of calm amid life’s chaos. My art is an extension of my perspective on existence, often exploring fantastical worlds, imaginative creatures, and vibrant narratives.

I gravitate toward bold, bright color palettes and simplified shapes, using them to craft visually engaging and emotionally resonant pieces. Tools of the trade: I am proficient in both digital and traditional painting techniques. In the digital realm, I favor Procreate for its intuitive workflow, and I am equally skilled in industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Toon Boom Harmony.

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Language

English
Fluent
Bengali
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Lead Character Artist & 2D Animator at Sunset Studios Ltd
September 1, 2022 - Present
Creating character designs and concept art for an animation film in progress. Working with the team to develop new methods and pipelines for an animation film production; leading the visual style and animation for the film.
Book Illustrator at Bok Bok Books
February 28, 2022 - October 11, 2025
Sole illustrator for the Desh is Create book series; created cover art and final illustrations for 'The Boy with the Dancing Bells' and 'The Girl who Played with Colors'.
Visual Artist (Freelance) at Self-employed / Freelance
May 1, 2016 - Present
Freelance visual artist producing mixed-media pieces and collaborating with clients/organizations; engaged in exhibitions and collaborative projects.
Lead Concept Artist at Sunset Studios Ltd
January 1, 2022 - Present
Developed character designs & concept art; optimized animated workflow and production pipelines; directed visual style and supervised animation to ensure consistency and quality.
Illustrator at Desh is Create Books Series
January 1, 2022 - October 11, 2025
Produced original concept art aligned with author and publisher requirements. Designed covers and completed final illustrations for The Boy with the Dancing Bells and The Girl Who Played with Colors.
Visual Artist (Freelancer) at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2016 - Present
Collaborated with clients including British Council, Goethe-Institute, BAT, and Akanda Productions. Designed, developed, and delivered artwork to specification, including storyboards and graphic novels for TV productions.
Lead Character Artist & 2D Animator at Sunset Studios Ltd
September 1, 2022 - Present
Creating character designs and concept art for an animation film in progress. Collaborating with the team to develop new methods and pipelines for animation film production.
Children's Book Illustrator at Bok Bok Books
February 28, 2022 - October 11, 2025
Sole illustrator for the book series, including covers and final illustrations for titles such as 'The Boy with the Dancing Bells' and 'The Girl Who Played with Colors'.
Visual Artist at Freelance / Self-employed
May 1, 2016 - Present
Designing, developing and delivering artwork for clients according to specifications; meeting illustrative requirements of individual clients, companies and publications; creating storyboards and graphic novels for TV productions.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Drawing and Painting at University of Dhaka, Department of Fine Arts
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Drawing and Painting at University of Dhaka, Department of Fine Arts
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
MFA Fine Arts | Painting at Dhaka University
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drawing and Painting at University of Dhaka, Department of Fine Arts
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2017
Master of Fine Arts, Drawing and Painting at University of Dhaka, Department of Fine Arts
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019

Qualifications

BFA Fine Arts | Drawing & Painting
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019

Industry Experience

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

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