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Nicolai Troshinsky

A multidisciplinary approach where the boundaries of illustration, film, and play dissolve.

76 Works

About Nicolai

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Born in Moscow in 1985, Nicolai Troshinsky is a multidisciplinary creator whose practice spans illustration, animation, and experimental game design. After studying illustration in Madrid and Italy under masters like Józef Wilkon, he graduated from the French animation school La Poudrière in 2009. His career began in 2006 as a freelance illustrator, collaborating with publishers such as Kókinos, Nórdica, and Anaya. Troshinsky’s work often explores the boundaries between different media, moving from traditional publishing to interactive digital experiences. His short film "Astigmatismo" received international acclaim at festivals including Sundance and Annecy, while his experimental games have been featured in global exhibitions. Since 2009, he has remained active in the academic community, leading workshops and collaborating with the Istituto Europeo di Design in Madrid.

Visual voice

Troshinsky’s aesthetic is defined by a rhythmic, cinematic quality that draws from his background in animation and experimental filmmaking. His work balances the structured narrative of traditional illustration with the fluid, movement-oriented logic of interactive media.
Experimental AnimationNarrative IllustrationCinematic CompositionInteractive DesignGraphic Storytelling
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Nicolai Troshinsky — questions answered

What is Nicolai Troshinsky's artistic background?

Born in Moscow, he studied illustration in Madrid and Italy before graduating from the French animation school La Poudrière in 2009.

In which fields does the artist primarily work?

He is a multidisciplinary artist working across freelance illustration, experimental videogame development, and animation filmmaking.

Has his work been recognized in the film industry?

Yes, his short film 'Astigmatismo' was screened at over a hundred international festivals, including Sundance, Annecy, and Sitges, receiving multiple awards.

Does Nicolai Troshinsky teach his techniques?

Since 2009, he has given workshops and talks at various schools, regularly collaborating with the Istituto Europeo di Design in Madrid.

Which publishers has he collaborated with?

He has worked as a freelance illustrator for several publishers, including Kókinos, A buen Paso, Kalandraka, Nórdica, and Anaya.

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