Who Am I?

Hi, I’m Nicole! I’m a video game and comic artist / illustrator during work hours, and the creator behind Drawism during my off hours.

Drawism is dedicated to beginners, adults & artists who want to embrace their creativity easily & create amazing yet effortless art!

2. My Blog is For You If:

• You want to make money off your art & skills
• Looking for a mindfully healthy creative outlet / passion free from burnout, stress & overwhelm
• You want to make drawing/creativity a long term habit
• Want to get clients who who will pay for your art
• Want to learn how to draw well or how to improve your art
• You want to learn how to navigate the social, mental, and /or business side of being an artist

Why I Made Drawism

I want to make it easy for creatives to learn how to draw/make art they love, and if you’re already an artist, to help you maintain your creative passion & reach your creative goals! 

During my career, I struggled to draw because I put way too much pressure on myself , compared my art to other artists, and even fell into the pitfall of social media comparison, further adding to my stress & anxiety. I lost confidence in myself & my art. I couldn’t even pick up a pencil for 2 years!

That’s when I realized that the mental health & business sides of being an artist are just as important as the art I create.

So, I created Drawism where drawing & making amazing art is a comfortable experience & a safe space where there’s no pressure to be the best or make the best art – just to have fun & be yourself!

Merging My Passion into Drawism

I started Drawism because I have always been passionate about art, creativity & making new things, especially drawing. You could say I’m a Do-It-Yourself type of person!

Drawing has always been a relaxing way for me to cope with tough situations. When I felt overwhelmed, down, or anxious, it has been a safe mental space where I could be myself & not be judged for who I am or what I do. For me, art is where I can truly express myself & where endless fantasies exist. It’s a place of mental freedom!

That’s where Drawism comes in!

I hope this blog can provide a similar feeling for you, too! Drawing & making art doesn’t have to be difficult or confusing.

I want to help you unlock your creative potential in a way that is tailored just for you and become a successful artist making amazing effortless art your way in a creative process that works best for you!

Bonus Facts!

• I’m extremely passionate about video games
• Favorite Thing to Draw : Environments
• Favorite Video Game : Kingdom Hearts
• Favorite Lifestyle : D.I.Y. (Do-It-Yourself!)
• Have a 10-year-old cat named after a genie from a Harry-Hausen film (his name’s Bahrani 🙂
• Inspiration : Tolkein Novels, The Matrix & all things fantasy & sci-fi, anime & animation
• Occasional Hobby: Cosplay & Prop-making
• Listens to punk rock, specif. punk ska & game + movie OSTs
• Will never refuse a bowl of ramen