One of the most insightful NY experiences for me was our studio visit with Nancy Stahl. While entering her beautiful, sunny loft apartment, we gained an immediate understanding of her accomplishments and success. Random props, lighting, and shelves of yarn line the walls. She began by giving us a presentation of her work, which reveled many refreshing surprises. Expecting to see a body of work entirely consistent in it's approach and technique, we soon learned that Nancy Stahl is an illustrator who is incredibly eager to learn and take risks as an illustrator. Her style is ever-changing and is always willing, without hesitation, to tell someone “Sure, I can do that”. I really admire her ability to approach a project with an open mind and to apply her creativity in new ways. Though she never admitted to how hard she works, there is no doubt that she pushes herself to absolute limit, working tirelessly to master new techniques. Remarkably, though her illustrations vary from technique to technique, every one of her works looks like a familiar Nancy Stahl and shares a similar sentiment and style.
Having begun as a painter, she made the leap into the digital illustration realm at just the right time. Having caught the wave a little early, she was able to work ahead and master the application and programs. Her successful career has includes work for clients such as: The United States Postal Service, Rolling stone, Wall Street Journal, American Express, M and M’s, The Painter WOW Books, Business Week, Sony Records, and many, many more. Nancy Stahl has been featured and recognized for her accomplishments in publications such as The Society of Illustrators Annual, Illustrators in America (By Walter Reed), Workbook directories, and Communication Arts, to name just a few.
I’m thankful for the opportunity to meet Nancy Stahl and learn about her ambitious and experimental career. I hope to approach my career in illustration with the same passion and tenacity that has motivated Nancy Stahl in her work. She taught us that it important to always push yourself, to see how far you can go, and to never, say never.
Some Links:
http://www.nancystahl.com/
http://www.illoz.com/stahl/
http://www.workbook.com/portfolio/2846/view
Jaime Anderson
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