Custom Digital Illustrations & Editorial Art

Project Thumbail for Custom Digital Illustrations & Editorial Art - Nikite K

This is a curated collection of digital illustrations created for a variety of private clients, editorial features, and event-specific commissions. Each piece was individually conceptualized and illustrated by me, blending whimsy with thoughtful storytelling.


Project Types

  • Children’s Room Art
  • Editorial Illustration (Zines)
  • Wedding Stationery
  • Marine Life Commissions
  • Personalised Gifting Artwork

Featured Works

“Piddle in the Middle”

Commissioned by a parent who wanted a playful, modern reinterpretation of a vintage bathroom poster for her young son’s room. The illustration uses soft vector lines and bright colors to strike a balance between humour and charm.

“Space Cat”

Created for a Wellington zine issue on Famous Cats, this characterful illustration celebrates feline personality and cosmic curiosity. A stylized composition of the first cat Felicette in space, with layered textures and pop-color planets.

Hot Air Balloon Save-the-Date

A custom Save the Date card for a couple’s wedding—featuring a stylized caricature of the couple floating in a hot air balloon. The design combines crisp vector lines, playful details, and a bright pastel palette.

Nudibranch Illustration

Commissioned by a deep-sea diver as a tribute to their favorite species, this artwork features two nudibranchs. The illustration involved detailed stylization, dynamic underwater flow, and species-accurate coloration.

“Everything That’s Real Was Imagined First”

A dreamy mermaid illustration created for a private client. Designed to inspire imagination and joy, especially for young girls of color seeking representation in fantasy art.

“Flying Whale” + “Pigs Fly Just Fine”

Part of a whimsical series of surreal animal-themed pieces. These illustrations play with idioms and imagination—designed as part of a calendar.

Portrait Print

A confident, stylized figure framed with floral motifs, created as a self-love gift illustration. Printed and framed for interior decor, this piece celebrates body positivity and joy.


Tools & Style

  • Adobe Illustrator & Photoshop
  • Vector illustration with layered textures
  • Emphasis on vibrant color palettes, minimal line work, and character storytelling
  • Often paired with short, whimsical copy or idioms for added charm

✍️ Creative Focus

These works reflect my approach to custom storytelling through illustration—each piece is tailored to the client’s brief, but retains my signature style: bright, joyful, and thoughtful, with a touch of humour and heart.



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Published on
June 23, 2025