Nubiart Illustrations

  • Jael Umerah-Makelemi

I began illustrating as I needed a creative outlet- a way for me to express the way I think and feel. Coming from a Nigerian background and living in South London, I've grown up around so many other black individuals. I've always been fascinated by the multitude of diverse and bold personalities, who aren't afraid to express who they are through colour and fashion. This influenced me to create illustrations that are unapologetically vibrant and varied in style.