Nala/Jae is a proud multiple-marginalized Art Director (Hunters Entertainment, Metal Weave Games, Evil Hat Productions) and award-winning Illustrator (Coyote & Crow, Apocalypse Keys, Uncaged Goddesses, Publishing Goblin LLC) who works full-time in TTRPGs. They specialize in portraiture, character design, conceptual fashion design, layout design, cover/key art, and worldbuilding! Through their work, Jae advocates for the positive representation and inclusion of those for whom the spotlight has historically been denied.
Besides art, Nala does voice acting, diversity & cultural consultations, and professional TTRPG AP stream performances— most notable is Itaewon by Night, an award-winning Actual Play featuring the first all-Asian cast to play Vampire the Masquerade on stream. In their free time, Jae loves experimenting with makeup, eating ungodly amounts of pasta, and Committing To The Bit (whatever the 'Bit' may be).
You can email them at naladraws@gmail.com with any inquiries!
Projects: Kids in Capes
Project co-lead and Art Director for an upcoming system agnostic guide called "How to GM Romance" featuring a collection of mechanics, essays, tips, and guidance for running romance in tabletop RPGs. Created a unique visual identity for the book. Hired artists from around the globe to contribute pieces celebrating the diversity of love.
Art Director for "Apocalypse Keys: Doomsday Delights" alongside Lucia Versprille!
Art Director for a 3rd party D&D Supplement that was successfully crowdfunded July 2022! Hired a team of 12 artists from ~300 applicants. Served as a liaison between project leads, writers, sensitivity consultants, and artists. Created and curated a visual identity for the supplement's artwork.
I've been doing Freelance Illustration since 2017. Many of my clients are private individuals looking for commissions, but I'm also doing work in the indie TTRPG industry on various projects!
Hired to create character & costume designs for an Unannounced Video Game Title.
