WEIRDO’99

Hi, my name is Buhle Qabaka, and I’m a Visual Communication Designer, Multimedia Graphic Designer, and Illustrator from Khayelitsha, Cape Town. Creativity has been part of my life from an early age—I first discovered my love for drawing back in primary school, starting with simple scribbles that grew into a passion for illustration and design.



My work is inspired by everyday life, music, and spirituality, and I enjoy transforming those influences into visuals that connect with people. I’m also a proud member of Apeshit Youth / Aggressively Progressiv, a Khayelitsha-based art collective that celebrates collaboration and creativity. Along the way, I’ve had the opportunity to design a book cover for Teaching in Extended Programmes in South Africa and was honored to be selected as one of Design Indaba’s Emerging Creatives for 2021.



Over the years, I’ve illustrated a children’s book, collaborated with both local and established brands, and developed branding identities for businesses across different industries. While I explore different forms of design, illustration remains my core focus and the area where I find the most joy and expression.



I’m always open to connecting with people who are passionate about design, storytelling, and creative collaboration. If that sounds like you, I’d love to connect.



What you can ask me about:

🎨 Graphic Design & Illustration

✨ Branding & Identity

🎬 Animation & Motion Graphics

📚 Learning Experience Design

📱 Social Media Design & Content

🎥 Video Editing