Who we areA small studio.
A considered point of view.
NUVELLUME brings technical thinking and visual storytelling together to develop original animation and character-led productions.

Founder & Studio DirectorZahra Ahmadi
Zahra Ahmadi holds a master’s degree in Computer Science. She received hands-on training and mentorship in animation under Mohammad Mehdi Khodakarami, and further developed her skills through extensive self-directed practice and project-based work.
Her background combines a strong technical foundation with practical creative production experience.
Computer science · Animation · Creative production 
Creative AdvisorMohammad Mehdi
Khodakarami
Mohammad Mehdi Khodakarami is an Iranian animation director, writer and creative mentor with over two decades of experience in the animation industry.
His work has been recognized internationally, including receiving the Bronze Knight Award at the 13th Golden Knight International Film Festival in Russia for his animated short Dialogue.
As our Creative Advisor, he provides artistic guidance, story development support and professional mentorship throughout the creative process.
Direction · Story development · Mentorship How we approach the work01Start with character.
A clear personality and a readable gesture give even the simplest image a story.
02Build the visual language.
Shape the world, the rhythm and the production approach around the central idea.
03Think about the audience.
Prepare work for the context in which it will be watched, evaluated and shared.