Illustration

Versed in both traditional and digital art, Nikoli combines the strengths of both art forms to craft stunning and unique visuals. An advocate for the arts, he has a YouTube channel where he teaches art fundamentals and documents his creative process.

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Hi, I'm Nikoli

Known for his sharp details and unique lighting, Nikoli's work spans a variety of genres and mediums. Best known for his traditional work, he has worked with several art supply brands for illustration work and to develop new materials.hello@nikolishaver.com

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HISTORY

Creative Director
01.2020 – CURRENT
SketchBoxSenior Account Coordinator
12.2019 – 10.2020
MerkleIllustration + Design
2017 – CURRENT
FreelanceHead of Digital Advertising
07.2017 – 06.2019
The StrangerAdvertising and Media Coordinator
04.2014 – 07.2017
Apple

CLIENTS

Copic
Marabu
SketchBox
M&T Bank
The Stranger
The Portland Mercury
Index Newspapers
Capitol Hill Art Walk
Ghost Gallery

SKILL SET

Illustration
Videography
Colorist
Art Direction
Graphic Design
Digital Marketing
Brand Management
Merchandise Design
Creative Direction

PROGRAM SPECIFIC

Premier Pro CC
After Effects CC
Photoshop CC
Illustrator CC
Procreate

ORGANIZATIONS

Society of Illustrators

EXHIBITIONS

River Arts District: Emergence
July 2024 – Asheville, NCRiver Arts District: Storm
June 2024– Asheville, NCArt Garden
October 2022 – Asheville, NCPioneer Square Saloon: Eostre
July 2020 – Seattle, WAAbstract: Bat Show
June 2020 – Denver, COAbove Ground: R–Violet Monarchy Series
May 2020 – Denver, COSuspect Press: Featured Artist
Spring 2020SketchBox Featured Artist
March 2020 – August 2020Ghost Gallery: Drawnk Royale w/ Cheese
Jan 2019 – Seattle, WAGhost Gallery: 13th Annual Mini Art Exhibit
Dec 2019 – Seattle, WA

Drawnk: 8x8 Show Group Show
Dec 2019 - Seattle, WAJupiter: Jupiter Turns 2 a Benefit Group Show
Sep 2019 – Seattle, WAJupiter: Live Painting
June 2019 – Seattle, WAStatix: May Flowers
May 2019 – Seattle, WAStatix: Forest Spirits Show a Benefit Group Show
Feb 2018 – Seattle, WASaloon Gallery: 8x8 Show
Dec 2018 – Seattle, WAGhost Gallery: 12th Annual Mini Art Exhibit
Dec 2018 – Seattle, WAStatix: Artcade
Sep 2018 – Seattle, WADowntown Seattle Association: Win! Lose! Drawnk!
Summer 2018 – Seattle, WASaloon Gallery: Salon du Saloon
June 2018 – Seattle WAStatix: April Showers
April 2018 – Seattle, WASaloon Gallery: 8x8 Show
Dec 2017 – Seattle WA