Hi, my name is Jamie Nakamoto, I’m an Illustrator and Graphic Designer, here in Burlington Vermont.
Founder of my brand Manic Magpie. I started off my art career as an award winning US army veteran, where I competed as a sculptor and training instructor for the United States Culinary Arts Team. Graduated with honors from The Art Institute of Austin Texas earning my Bachelor of fine art and furthering my education pursuing an associates in Graphic design.
A Little about what I do now
My art style Ranges from abstract and dreamy to vibrant and realistic. working with a variety of mediums to create thoughtful and compelling content.
Illustration
Abstract and Dreamy
Simple eye catching, abstract and dreamy using muted color palettes and simple color gradients to add depth and texture.
Motion
Branded Animations
Creating complex graphics, animation and live video content for a diverse array of media, with the use visual effects, animation and other cinematic techniques to bring your vision to life.
Branding
Earthy colors: a sense of vintage
Earthy colors with hand drawn ink illustrations to convey the home feeling of the 50’s Retro Design in Modern times.
Lettering
Decorative typography
Creating each letter with attention to detail decorated with beautifule flowers, and artistic fonts.
