Theodoor Gabriella Malaika Grimes (They/He) is a Black gender expansive digital artist known for his vibrant illustrations that center the queer experience under the moniker ggggrimes. Based in the Bronx, Theodoor is entirely self taught. ggggrimes’ work expresses brilliantly colorful, lush, and tranquil depictions of queer life while recognizing the significance of interdisciplinary spirituality and cultural identity held by trans people of color. 

Theodoor often describes his work as a portrayal of queer people of color living beautiful, erotic, and emotionally complex lives: highlighting a safe and abundant world that every queer deserves. Theodoor’s illustrations are full of incredible detail and texture: tattoos, body hair, surgery scars, bulges, blushes, expressive eyes, and seemingly endless patterns. Inspired by manga, spiritual iconography, horror, erotica, and slapstick, his portfolio boasts thoughtful and provocative visual storytelling with diverse characters and subject matter.

Website and social media handles:

ggggrimes.com

Instagram: @ggggrimes

TikTok: @ggggrimes69