ABOUT SiMi and Heyami by Olga ( circa 2019 lockdown)

Feeling unheard or unseen lately? Or looking for a safe space to self-explore in quiet reflection? SiMi is here for you.

In a rapidly changing world, many of us are confronting heavy, unfamiliar emotions. Olga (the Artist) was no exception. Channeling her overwhelming experiences of feeling invisible and marginalized as a woman of color, she turned to creativity to heal. What began as an artistic exploration of her feelings snowballed into the creation of SiMi and Heyami—two characters built to help combat anger, depression, and isolation.

Meet the Characters:

• Heyami (derived from “Hear me”): Represents your voice. Heyami is designed to help you process anger and negative emotions stemming from racism, neglect, illness, or isolation.

• SiMi (derived from “See me”): Represents your visibility. Alongside original art pieces like "SiMi by Olga," a new introverted version of SiMi is being developed to guide people of all ages toward self-awareness, deep self-assessment, and cultural exploration.

Explore the artist's renditions below and discover a powerful tool for parents to teach children about their cultural heritage and a gentle companion for your own journey to healing.