Johara, also known as Art Barbie, is a multidisciplinary creator, film art director, and world builder based in Cape Town. Celebrated for her versatility and visionary approach, she brings a unique blend of artistry and problem-solving to every project she undertakes.
With a career spanning production design, costume fabrication, mural painting, and immersive set creation, Johara has established herself as a dynamic force in the visual arts. Her portfolio ranges from television series and music videos to South African films and high-profile commercial campaigns. She also designs and executes immersive structures for events and collaborates with creative collectives across South Africa and internationally.
Guided by the belief that “as artists, we have no innate talent—just an obsessive drive to solve problems and improve project by project,” Johara treats each blank canvas as a challenge to be conquered, approaching every brief with curiosity, ingenuity, and hands-on expertise.
Her distinctive creative vision and adaptability have made her a sought-after talent in art direction and visual storytelling, delivering work that is both conceptually compelling and meticulously executed.
Clients include:
ART MAYBE PTY | EVOLVE KEEP CHANGING | HACIENDA FILMS | DEBOOV STUDIOS | AMLA | Half & Halve | DARE Content | NEELZ Media