MY WORK
Hi, I´m Rie. A Copenhagen-based illustrator and visual storyteller, creating imaginative artwork rooted in fantasy.
My work blends bold colour, narrative depth, and a sense of quiet magic — designed to invite the viewer to pause, feel, and step into another world.
I specialise in:
Painted fantasy art
Cover illustration
Storybook visuals
Concept-driven, narrative imagery
Whether I’m illustrating a book cover, crafting a mood for a story, or building an entire visual universe, I strive to make each piece feel like a glimpse into something timeless and alive.
I work remotely with clients across the globe, bringing visions to life through a thoughtful, collaborative process. My background includes formal training in classical drawing, design, and painting, along with mentorships from some of the best in the visual arts industry.
I'm an award-winning illustrator with a passion for both beauty and structure. My scientific background makes me a meticulous thinker, and my love for storytelling fuels every brushstroke. I’m committed to clear communication, on-time delivery, and making the creative journey as smooth and inspiring as the result.
ABOUT ME
From the moment I could hold a pencil, I was spellbound by the worlds that existed just beyond the veil — realms of mist, magic, and ancient wonder.
Fantasy didn’t just spark my imagination; it gave it wings. Stories of dragons, quiet heroes, and forgotten woods became the lens through which I saw the world — not just as it is, but as it could be.
Today, I feel incredibly lucky to add to that tapestry — to create art that whispers of otherworlds and invites others to wander through them, too
/Rie
📩 rienimart@gmail.com
📞 +45 60 810 509
If you didn’t find what you were looking for — feel free to reach out. I’m happy to help.
Clients include
Ulven & Uglen
High Reader
Elysion
Calibat
Fantask
Word Up
Awards:
Books
Daisy
René Toft
Muskler og Magi
Thomas Arnt
Bog 1
Bog 2 - 2éren
Gammel magi:
Det grønne Dyr
Lone Halkjær
Flint arkiverne
Thomas Arnt & K. L. Berger
Bog 1 - Operation flyveøgle
Bog 2 - Ukendt fartøj
Bog 3 - Storskrald
Den sidste Drage
Lone Halkjær
Bog 1 - Ulf finder et drageæg
Bog 2 - Ulf og dragen
Bog 3 - Ulf vil befri dragen
Bog 4 - Ulf og dragen tænder ild
Vol 1 - Lær at stave til byens hold - AGF
Vol 2 - Den rød-hvide - ABC
Thomas Westh
Education
I hold an M.Sc. and have worked in the health communication industry alongside my art education from 2013, before making the transition into illustration and painting full time from mid 2019.
2024-2025 Classical Drawing at Thorvaldsens Museum - w. Vladimir Voronin
2024 Environment Design - Personal online class w. Nathan Fowkes (Blizzard Entertainment, King, Disney Interactive, Riot Games, Ubisoft, Rovio) - 10 weeks
2023-2024 Classical Drawing at Thorvaldsens Museum- w. Vladimir Voronin
2023 Pictorial Composition - Personal online class w. Nathan Fowkes (Blizzard Entertainment, King, Disney Interactive, Riot Games, Ubisoft, Rovio) - 10 weeks
2023 Maternity Leave
2022-2023 Classical Drawing at Thorvaldsens Museum - w. Vladimir Voronin
2022 Blender for concept art - by Kevin Gnutzmans
2022 Blender for 2D artists - by Sam Carr
2022 Introduction to Blender w. Sonja Christoph
2021 Foolproof Concept Art w. Airi Pan
2021 Set Design for Animation. Workshop w. Production Designer Helen Mingjue Chen
2020/21 Maternity leave
2020 Advanced lighting principles for Digital Painting - Online course with Samuel Smith
2020 Advanced Digital Painting for 2D illustration - Online course with Matt Sanz
2020 Illustrated Character Factory - Online course with Patricio Betteo
2020 Painting Drama, personal art Mentorship w. Chris Oatley (Disney) - 6 months.
The Oatley Academy (voted one of the best online art schools by ImagineFx)
2020 Procreate with Nikolai Lockertsen, online class, 8 weeks
2019 Understanding textures with Jonathan Hardesty. Online class, 8 weeks
2019 Pictorial Composition with Nathan Fowkes. Personal online class, 8 weeks
2019 Introduction to Visual Development with Victoria Ying. Online class, 8 weeks
2019 Drawing fundamentals with Thomas Fluharty. Online class, 5 weeks
2019 Dream Machine, personal art Mentorship with Chris Oatley (Disney)
2018 The Creative school with Jette Quist, Life drawing with Hanne Radzik, Life drawing with Inger Larsson
2018 First Flight – How to create your career in Visual Development. The Oatley Academy Of Visual Storytelling
2017-2020 The Oatley Academy Of Visual Storytelling – ongoing online digital drawing classes, The Magic Box
2015-2016 Life drawing and portraiture with Martin Østergaard, Copenhagen
2010-2013. M.Sc. Human Nutrition and Health Communication, University of Copenhagen
2008 Semester and Internship abroad. Queensland University of Technology, Brisbane, Australia
2005-2009 Bachelor of Health Science. SUHRS, Copenhagen
2004 Frederiksberg School of Design. Copenhagen. Six months
2004 Design technician – Ishøj Produktionsskole, greater Copenhagen area. Six months
2003 The Classical Drawing School, Glyptoteket, Copenhagen. Three months