I’m an illustrator and art educator.

Growing up fascinated by media featuring magic and mystery, Stephanie Nordlund creates work that celebrates curiosity and happy endings. Stylistically, the artist’s illustrations showcase cinematic lighting that draws you into the story and hidden details and textures that keep you from leaving. Her narrative scenes highlight adolescent friendship, adventure, and problem-solving. Nordlund loves to create illustrations that are spooky—but not scary.

In addition to her illustration work, Nordlund is an established art educator having taught in art museums, schools, and art centers for over a decade. When not creating or teaching, Nordlund likes to dance west coast swing and salsa, solve 1000-piece jigsaw puzzles, and relax with a feel-good movie.

I’d love to work with you!

I’m most interested in illustration projects for middle grade, YA, and picture books. Please reach out to me at stephanie.nordlund@gmail.com or contact me here: