Interview with The Artist Behind Nina M. Illustrations
On this episode, I talk to Nina Maric, the artist behind the brand Nina, an illustration business. Nina also specializes in portraits, animations, brand work, and anything that involves bringing out beauty in art.
She will share her backstory, how drawing is not just work but a meditative process that helps her relax, and some of the challenges she’s faced as a freelancer.
She mentions that there is no such thing as perfection, and people are low on confidence because they fear not attaining perfection. At the end of the episode, she offers advice and tips to help people who are passionate about art that can be applied to many other careers as well.
It is such an insightful conversation; you don’t want to miss out!
My Interview With Nina Maric
QUESTION TIMESTAMPS
0:10- So tell the audience your name and a little more about what it is that you do in your business.
0:39- Have you been drawing your whole life?
2:27- So there was that period where you were not specifically drawing. How did you feel during that time?
3:11- What sparked that to happen again?
12:11- How does knowing people put your art on their walls feel?
12:58—Let me ask you the last advice-oriented question. Whether it’s someone who’s barely maybe getting into college or someone who has to put it on hold in their life for that moment, advise them on not giving up or what route to take.
18:15- Before you go, tell me about some products you can’t live without.
19:23- What are you wearing right now (perfume)?
22:18- Are there any illustrators or artists that inspire you?
23:23- What would be next for you, or what art styles are you considering venturing into?
EPISODE QUOTES
“Keep the commitment to your passion”
“All it takes to get started is that first step”
“There is no shortcut to anything”
“Experiences build us into what we are”
“There’s always enough space for everybody”
LINKS
Connect with Nina:
Website: https://www.chiconpaper.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chiconpaper/
Books
The Artist Way
The Artist Way Workbook
Beauty Products
Dr. Dennis Gross Acid Peel
Dr. Dennis Gross LED Mask
Glow Recipe Overnight Mask Watermelon + AHA Glow Sleeping Mask
Chance by Chanel
Valentina by Valentino
Fashion
Valentino Garavani Shoes | Rock Stud Collection
Artists that inspire Nina:
Jessica Durant
Karrie Hess
If you enjoyed this interview, check out my interview with Rachel Parcell.