We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Nicholas Anglin a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.

Nicholas , appreciate you joining us today. How did you learn to do what you do? Knowing what you know now, what could you have done to speed up your learning process? What skills do you think were most essential? What obstacles stood in the way of learning more?

Curiosity was my first teacher, the internet was my classroom, and YouTube was that chaotic but surprisingly helpful mentor. I started out remixing whatever caught my eye—album covers, streetwear drops, posters—and slowly built my own style by experimenting nonstop. I learned by doing, messing up, and figuring things out as I went. I’ve always had a knack for tapping into culture and flipping what I see into something fresh.

I spent way too long overthinking everything, doubting whether I was “ready” or “good enough.” But really, all I needed was a little confidence and the guts to put my work out there—whether anyone was watching or not.

What’s helped me the most? Being adaptable, staying tapped into culture, and trusting my creative instincts. Knowing what’s going on beyond design—music, tech, memes, what’s happening in the diaspora—that’s where the real magic happens. And honestly, storytelling is always at the core. Whether I’m designing something, painting, or building out a concept, there’s always a story there—even if it’s subtle or a little abstract. The trick is knowing when to stick to the script and when to throw it out the window.

Biggest roadblocks? Imposter syndrome, bad Wi-Fi, and just not having a lot of examples to look to. When you don’t see people like you doing what you dream of, it can mess with your head. And when your creativity is fueled by both love and real-life stuff, burnout can sneak up. I’ve had to learn to protect my creative energy like it’s something sacred—because it is. But hey, the learning never really stops.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

I’m Jamaican-born and raised, and art has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. From sketching characters inspired by Saturday morning cartoons to teaching myself how to video edit, design, and build brands—I’ve always been driven by a need to express and see the world through my own lens.

I actually stumbled into the industry by accident. One day, I realized you could make a living being creative—basically getting paid to play—and that was it. I was all in.

Today, I work as a Creative Director, Art Director, and Artist—a multifaceted creative (yeah, I know… total creative cliché, but it’s true). My work spans art direction, concept and brand development, design, and visual storytelling. Whether I’m building a brand from scratch or creating art that speaks to culture, the goal is always the same: to help people make sense of the world or to bring their point of view to life in a way that resonates.

What sets me apart? I don’t really try to be “different.” I believe everyone is different—and that belief shapes my approach. It’s always collaborative, even when it feels solo. We’re all creating in conversation with culture, whether we realize it or not.

What do you find most rewarding about being a creative?

The most rewarding thing about being a creative is being able to connect to the world by sharing your work and the process of constantly learning.

Is there a particular goal or mission driving your creative journey?

The mission driving creative journey is to always create work for me, form my point of view, with my voice… I always need to remind myself, that the community finds you, once you create your own world.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.nuwarhol.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nuwarhol/
• Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickanglin/
• Twitter: https://www.x.com/Nuwarhol

Image Credits

Sean C. Rice — https://www.instagram.com/sean.c.rice/