STUDIO JOMEI is a multi-disciplinary creative studio with a focus on illustration for children and young adult books and comics. We also provide storyboard pre-production and directing for animated features and TV projects. The studio was founded by DARNELL and CHERKEIA JOHNSON.
We believe stories shape us and have done so since the day we are born. Storytelling is art and art tells stories. Our passion is to use our creative versatility to make art and tell stories that move you to wonder and hope. Our goal for STUDIO JOMEI is to build and create with amazing clients, but we are also passionate about developing our own content.
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Cherkeia Johnson
Lead Writer | Co-Founder
Cherkeia has always been fascinated by how words can evoke emotion and have power to inspire change. She plans to creatively craft stories that are nostalgic, humorous, and adventurous that leave unforgettable impressions on readers globally. When she is not writing, you can find her playing pickleball or exploring the Georgia Mountains with family.
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Darnell Johnson
Illustrator | Storyboard Artist | Director | Writer | Co-Founder
Darnell draws from ten plus years of experience. The Electric Slide and Kai is one of the few books he has illustrated. Though his roots are in illustration, Darnell has also lent his visual storytelling skills to storyboarding and directing in animation. On projects such as Spiderman: Across The Spider-Verse and directing on Iyanu animated series.
Check out Darnell's portfolio for more samples of his work in the animation industry.