Emily Yamaguchi is a graphic designer and photographer based in the Netherlands. Born in New York and raised in Southern California’s music and creative scene, her work is shaped by alternative culture, a strong DIY ethos, and a collaborative approach. Her practice primarily focuses on graphic design, visual identity, editorial work, and photography. She has worked closely with local and international touring artists, bringing a sharp eye for atmosphere, performance, and moment.

Studio Yamaguchi is available for independent commissions, editorial projects, and creative collaborations.

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education
ArtEZ University of the Arts, Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design (2026)
Royal Academy of Art, The Hague (KABK, Orientation Course) (2021)

Envision Visual Arts Conservatory, San Diego CA (2020–2021)
California State Summer School for the Arts (CSSSA, Visual Arts) (2021)
California Institute of the Arts (CalArts Extended Studies, Animation) (2021)

experience
Independent Designer & Photographer — Studio Yamaguchi (2026–Present)

Graphic Design Intern – Framer Framed, Amsterdam (2025)
Freelance Designer & Photographer, US & NL (2018–Present)
Live Sound/FOH Engineer, The Che Café Collective, UC San Diego (2019–2021)

exhibitions and awards
Media Arts Festival Arnhem – Exhibition, Focus Theater + Museum Arnhem, NL (2024)
Climate Affordances – Exhibition, Rozet Arnhem, NL (2024)
I Am Here, Here I Am – Exhibition, Rozet Arnhem, NL (2023)
California Art Scholar Award (2021)

languages
English, Japanese, Dutch (B1)