Naomi Otsu

Naomi Otsu is a New York-based graphic designer and illustrator. Her work often features a colorful array of elements inspired by the cities and cultures she grew up in. Born in New York and raised in Tokyo, she returned to New York to attend Parsons School of Design and graduated in 2010 with a BFA.

Throughout the years Otsu has honed her creativity and skills, eventually making it into a full-time career. Her work is mostly digital with the occasional painting and experimentation with mediums like clay and acrylic. Otsu’s uplifting and colorful work is a gentle reminder that you can find fun and playfulness in everyday life.

Her work has been featured in The New York Times, New York Magazine, Bon Appétit, Playboy.com, & Vogue.com, and some of her established clients include Meta, HBO, A24, adidas, The North Face, and more.