Ariel Victor Arthanto is an Indonesian-born illustrator, animator, and director based in Berlin, Germany. Ariel tell stories through rich, imagined worlds that balance the whimsical with the profound, capturing both feelings of surreality and the human. His work blends bold colors, playful compositions, and striking characters, often drawing from mundane human experiences, personal narratives, nature and dreams.

With a BA in Animation and Interactive Media from RMIT University in Melbourne and an MFA in Animation Direction from Film University Babelsberg KONRAD WOLF, Ariel specializes in 2D animation and visual storytelling. His animated films have been screened and awarded at festivals worldwide, with his latest film, I Am A Flower (2024), delving into themes of family, queer identity, and self-discovery.

Select Clients: CELA EU, Interfilm Festival & Distributions, Deutsche Aidshilfe, Literarische Colloquium Berlin, Soy Division Berlin, Hallmark E-cards, Tokopedia, Aqua Indonesia, Huawei Berlin. 

For collaborations and inqueries
︎︎︎ ariel.victor(at)pm.me