Tomi Um: The Illustrator Behind New York City’s Iconic Casper Mattress Ad

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Tomi Um is a Brooklyn-based illustrator who has made a name for herself in the advertising industry with her unmistakable illustrations. Her work can be found in some of the most popular ads throughout the New York City subway, including the beloved Casper Mattress ads.

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But her talent doesn’t stop there. Tomi’s illustrations have also been featured in some of the most well-known and respected publications in the world, including Time Magazine, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Billboard Magazine, the Hollywood Reporter, Fab.com, and the Washington Post.

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But despite her success in the professional world, Tomi remains a well-rounded individual with a variety of interests. She is a lover of opera and can often be found at the Metropolitan Opera, she is a foodie who enjoys trying different types of noodles, and she cherishes her time spent in her hometown of Helsinki during the summers and Christmas.

Tomi Um is truly a versatile and accomplished artist, whose work can be seen and appreciated by New Yorkers and people all over the world.

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