Hello, I’m Symon.

I’m an artist and educator based in the Bay Area, California, specializing in portraiture and illustration. Early in my career, I worked in the UK as a freelance illustrator represented by a London agency, creating commissioned work for clients including Lypsyl, Barclays Bank, TSB, Radio Times, and the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.

Today, I balance my studio practice with facilitating creative workshops for educators and students. As a certified Art Life Coach, I help people reconnect with their creativity and sense of self through artmaking and reflection. I work primarily in acrylic and watercolor, as well as digitally using Procreate on iPad Pro.

Explore examples of my work below—and if something resonates, I’d love to talk about a commission, collaboration, or existing piece that might find a home with you.