Nicola Tucker

Hello I'm Nicola I'm a Creative and detail-oriented designer passionate about transforming ideas into engaging visual stories through illustration and design. Curious and adaptable, with a strong drive to learn new tools and refine techniques. Committed to producing meaningful, expressive, and visually compelling work across campaigns, branding, and digital platforms.

Illustrator - Stellenbosch Triennale

(2025-02)

• Selected to create two original illustrations for the Stellenbosch Triennale (through the academy), based on the work of two exhibiting artists.
• Collaborated with two artists to reinterpreted their pieces through my own visual style creating illustrations that reflected both their artistic intent and my conceptual perspective.
• Delivered pieces that were featured in the official exhibition brochure and later showcased in a dedicated follow-up exhibition.

Illustrator - Happy Friday Creative

(2025-06)

• Selected as part of an illustrator team to develop illustrations for a campaign for one of a Happy Friday client, Ruta Sechaba Foundation.
• Contributed to the visual concept development and executed illustrations that aligned with the campaigns message of educational empowerment.

Designer - La Petite Ferme

(2025-08)

• Given the opportunity (though the academy) to work on developing a wine label for La Petite Ferme, contributing to the brand's visual identity and packaging.
• Worked with high-end product branding and consumer-focused design.

Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communication - Stellenbosch academy of design and photography (2025)