Hey! I'm Mumbi Munyua, a Kenyan freelance illustrator and graphic designer based in Hertfordshire.
Mumbi creates bold, joyful work that celebrates Black women, culture and identity. Inspired by nature, people and storytelling, she uses vibrant colour and dynamic compositions to bring stories to life.
In 2025, Mumbi won the FAB Prize and was recognised as a rising star in the publishing industry. She has illustrated since 2016 when undertaking her Bachelor's Degree in Digital Design at Brunel. This is where her love for drawing and observational skills developed as she taught herself how to draw. Her interest in drawing people that reflected her life grew, which has been a key feature in her work. She works across editorial, publishing and advertising and has collaborated with clients like Oxfam and Guinness.
Press
Exhibitions
Awards
2024 - Black Girls in Design UK, Ogivly, 2024 - Group Show, Markmakerz LDN collective
2025 Faber's - FAB Prize Award
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Frequently Asked Questions
My name is pronounced as Mo-m-bee. It's a Kikuyu name that means 'The creator' which originates from the first Kikuyu woman.
I was born and raised in Kenya for the first 10 years of my life and then settled in Hertfordshire, UK, where I'm still based.
My process involves ideating on paper to put my thoughts and ideas down quickly and then I translate the chosen sketches on my iPad. Everything is drawn on Procreate. AI is never used at any point during my process.
Most definitely, all serious inquiries can be sent to my agent at imogen@astound.us
You can fill in the form on the Contact page or email me directly at heyyymumu@gmail.com.
Please include a clear subject line and a creative brief description of what you require from the project, along with your budget and project timeline. This also includes any personal, wedding, pet or family commissions.