hi, i'm Nida
Ever since a young age, I've been interested in making art; whether it be drawing, painting, sculpting, or anything else. The idea of bringing together countless shapes and colors to create something new that stemmed from someone's imagination was so exciting. I started off doodling drawings in a tiny, old sketchbook and now love experimenting with different forms of art from collage to digital design.
Interestingly, I don’t have one specific niche as some artists usually do. My creative preferences regarding colors, styles, and themes is constantly changing based on what's trending or what I feel inspired by in the moment. Initially, this used to intimidate me because every designer has a certain style that defines them. I mistook my versatility as an artist for a lack of consistency in my art. As time went on, I realized this isn’t a weakness, but a strength. I’m still experimenting and trying to find my style, but for the time being, I’m glad that I’m able to portray different themes in my work. I don’t want to rush the process of finding what my forte is. Instead, I want to try to work with diverse aesthetics so I could expand my skill level instead of forcing myself to fit into a box creatively.
I graduated with a degree in Graphic Design at Benedictine University. I started off as a Health Science major my freshman year, but soon realized it was more of my parents’ dream for me to go into the medical field than mine. I took the decision to study Graphic Design instead. My parents were hesitant at first because they didn’t know if my artistic capability was enough for a career or if it was just a mere hobby. However, I knew that nothing else made me feel more excited, curious, passionate, and in awe than making or admiring art and design.
I'm glad I made the switch and decided to pursue something I love. I've been working as a freelance graphic designer for the past few years, and have worked on a variety of different projects like flyers, posters, social media posts, infographics, and more. I've also been working on personal projects on the side to improve my toolbox.
In January 2023, I received my UX design certification. I fell in love with the subject my senior year in college. Though I enjoy my current work, I believe I could use the skills I've learned on a more complex basis. I'm ready to branch out to another stage whilst I continue to utilize my graphic design knowledge.
