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essentiallynomadic

My work is an amalgamation of abstract art and the inspiration I find in nature.

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About essentiallynomadic

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Dana, the designer behind essentiallynomadic, brings over a decade of graphic design experience to her creative practice. Originally from Bengaluru and now based in Brussels, she blends her professional background with a deep appreciation for surface pattern design. Her work serves as an amalgamation of abstract forms and the natural world, rooted in her dual identity as an illustrator and designer. Her illustrations have gained recognition through features in Frankie Magazine and publications from Penguin Random House. Through her digital art, she explores themes of mental health, self-love, and positivity. Each piece reflects a commitment to capturing the whimsical side of nature through a modern, vibrant lens.

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Essentiallynomadic is defined by vibrant botanical elements and retro 70s-inspired aesthetics. Her work often incorporates psychedelic motifs, focusing on floral and fungal subjects that celebrate the intersection of abstract art and organic life.
70s Retro AestheticPsychedelic MotifsBotanical IllustrationSurface Pattern DesignMental Health ThemesFungal Subjects

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Where is the artist essentiallynomadic based?

Dana, the artist behind the brand, is originally from Bengaluru, India, and is currently based in Brussels, Belgium.

What are the primary themes in her work?

Her illustrations frequently focus on nature, mental health, self-love, and positivity, often featuring floral and fungal subjects.

What is her professional background?

She is a graphic designer with over ten years of experience, specializing in surface pattern design and digital illustration.

Where has her work been featured?

Her illustrations have appeared in Frankie Magazine and in books published by Penguin Random House.

How would you describe her artistic style?

Her style is a mix of whimsical, modern digital illustration and retro 70s-inspired aesthetics with psychedelic motifs.

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