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Bea is a German/Dutch freelance illustrator and proud Mama Bear based in London.
Her work moves between minimal line drawings and more playful, floral-led illustrations. Some pieces, often her posters, are reduced to simple lines, stripes, and rhythm, leaving space for the viewer to bring their own meaning. Others are more quirky and expressive, filled with bold pinks, deep greens and florals in bloom, often created for editorial or branding projects.
The women in Bea’s illustrations are intentionally drawn with darker skin tones, as a quiet celebration of beauty that is still underrepresented in art. Drawing women of colour is a natural and important part of her work, not as a statement, but as something visible, everyday, and woven into her practice.
Themes of motherhood in all its complexity, diversity, and female empowerment run throughout her work, celebrating real experiences, strong emotions, and the quiet moments of everyday life.
For collaborations or any other enquiries please get in touch with me directly via Soleyandthebear@gmail.com or reach out to my agent via mail@thebrightagency.com.
Selected Clients
The Washington Post, Pinterest, H&M Home, Deutsche Post, The Guardian, Marks & Spencer, Jaspal, Sephora, Janod, Barnes & Noble, Women’s Health Magazine, Flow Magazine, Jumbo Group, Hallmark, ArsEdition, EatingWell Magazine, Pets At Home, Cartoon Network, Himbeer Verlag, The Natural Parent Magazine, Koru Kids, Lime and Lou, Red Aspen, Canvas and Cassette, Mslexia, Palette Puzzles, James Ellis, Piece & Quiet, Manipura