Brief
Concept artist Isabella Nalin Fais shares how Brazilian roots and music shape her work
The Paris‑based artist explains how colour, rhythm and storytelling guide her concept art.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Isabella Nalin Fais, a concept and visual development artist now based in Paris, spoke to CreativeBloq about the influences that shape her work and the advice she would give her younger self.
What happened
Fais grew up in the south of Brazil, a region she describes as hot and full of vibrant natural colours. She says that early exposure to bright landscapes informs the colour palettes she chooses for her digital paintings. Her career began with a paid commission for a Twitch stream pack, which she describes as a “lo‑fi bedroom at night” that relied on a purple mood rather than technical polish.
What the reports add
According to the interview, animated films and classic cartoons such as "Winnie the Pooh" and the stop‑motion movie "Coraline" have been major artistic touchstones for Fais. She also notes that an interest in musical instruments leads her to think of brushstrokes as having a rhythm, creating a flow that mirrors musical timing. The piece includes several images of her recent projects, including a fully painted Photoshop illustration of Pepo the duck and a 3D‑based scene created in Blender featuring a mafia chief and a bounty hunter.
What was said
Fais told CreativeBloq, "If I could talk to my younger self, I would advise her to be confident while making mistakes. When you’re starting, sometimes it’s easy to be frustrated with results, but it’s the failure that makes you a better artist." She also explained, "I always try to paint in a way that you could relate to the character as if you’re watching a movie," linking storytelling to visual design.
How it came about
Fais’ move from Brazil to Paris reflects a broader trend of artists seeking international hubs for collaboration. Her early work on Twitch aligns with the growing demand for bespoke digital assets in live‑streaming platforms. The interview follows Funo News’ recent coverage of career‑building advice for creatives, such as the Boss’s Day piece on treating one’s career as a business, and highlights the continuing relevance of cross‑disciplinary influences in modern concept art.
Key facts
- Isabella Nalin Fais grew up in southern Brazil, influencing her colour choices. (creativebloq.com)
- Her first paid commission was a Twitch stream pack illustration featuring a lo‑fi bedroom scene. (creativebloq.com)
- She cites classic cartoons and stop‑motion films as major artistic influences. (creativebloq.com)
- Fais likens brushstrokes to musical rhythm, a concept she developed from playing musical instruments. (creativebloq.com)
- She advises younger artists to embrace mistakes as part of the learning process. (creativebloq.com)
Sources
- [1] creativebloq.com — originally reported as “"I think of brushstrokes as having a rhythm" – Isabella Nalin Fais on her career in concept art”
