About me

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My name is Natalia Nik, and I am an artist, illustrator, and children’s book author currently based in Budapest.

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I have been passionate about art from an early age—drawing, painting, and storytelling through images have always been at the heart of my work. I hold a Master’s degree in Applied Arts (Artist-Stylist) from Moscow (2000), and later earned an MFA with honors (Cum Laude) in Illustration, with a focus on children’s books, from the Academy of Art University in San Francisco (2020).

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Over the years, I have worked as a graphic designer, art director, and illustrator in the advertising industry, developing strong skills in visual storytelling, composition, and project development.

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Recently, I published my debut children’s book, "Peep - the Little Mouse Traveler", as both author and illustrator—bringing the project from concept and character development to final illustrations, layout, and print-ready production. This experience allows me to understand the full process of creating a children’s book from idea to finished product. 
You can view the project in my portfolio or find the book on Amazon.

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My illustration style is playful, whimsical, and warm, often reflecting an optimistic and imaginative view of the world — qualities that resonate naturally with young audiences.

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I primarily work digitally in Procreate, using brushes that emulate watercolor, acrylic, and pencil textures. I am flexible in my approach and can adapt my style to suit the needs of each project.

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In addition to illustration, I offer full book design support — from initial concept and storytelling to layout and final print-ready files.

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I collaborate with authors, publishers, and creative teams on children’s books, character design, and visual storytelling projects.

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If you have a project in mind, I would love to hear from you — let’s create something beautiful together.