Hi, I’m Nana!
An illustrator and sculptor based in New York and Massachusetts, with a love for animals, storytelling, and playful ideas. I’ve created art for books, toys, games, museums, augmented reality, and more, always looking for new ways to bring imagination to life.
LEARN MOREWhat's your animal art style?
Are you drawn to expressive faces, playful creatures, tiny details, or imaginative worlds? Take this short quiz to discover what naturally inspires you when drawing animals.
The joy of animals
Discover the joy of drawing animals with The Joy of Animals! With 84 video lessons across 8 thoughtfully structured modules, you’ll explore everything from basic shapes and animal anatomy to expressions, fur, color, shading, and more.
You’ll work with both digital and traditional techniques, draw birds and cats from start to finish, and learn how to combine references with imagination to create your own creatures.
WHAT YOU’LL UNLOCK THROUGH THE COURSE
More than just a way to draw animals
See animals differently, and draw them your way
Learn to notice the shapes, expressions, colors, and details that make each animal unique. You’ll explore how to turn what you observe into expressive artwork, experiment with digital and traditional techniques, and let your imagination take the lead.
MEET YOUR TEACHER
Hey, I'm Nana!
I'm an illustrator and sculptor based between NYC and Massachusetts. I grew up in a small New England town by the sea, surrounded by the kind of natural world that continues to inspire my work today.
Over the years, I've had the chance to create art for books, toys, games, museums, augmented reality, and more, while also developing my own collection of personal artwork, now available through major retailers.
My work has always been about exploring characters, creatures, and the little details that make them feel alive. In The Joy of Animals, I'm excited to share the ways I approach drawing animals, from observing real references to experimenting with color, shape, expression, and imagination.
LET'S CONNECTLet's Connect!
If you have any questions, I'm here for you :) Just fill out the form below and send your message, or email me directly at [email protected]. I'll get back to you as soon as I can.
