nahalstudio

i’m nahal, a self-taught graphic designer and illustrator. with pakistani roots based in amsterdam. i’m interested in connecting historic and contemporary designs from many cultures. currently obsessed with bauhaus minimalism and urdu typography. 

teaching media and culture at university of amsterdam since 2023.

welcome to my independent creative studio. in this space, i’m curious to collaborate with minds who value visual design to narrate stories. 

services
illustration
poster
book cover
podcast/music album cover
report/magazine layout
social media template
branding material

work flow
1. enquiry & introductions
2. share moodboards
3. present concept sketches
4. present final sketch
5. revisions & delivery 

Palm Oil Frontiers

Client: China Dialogue
Format: Podcast cover art & illustrations
City: London, United Kingdom
Year: 2022
The “Palm Oil Frontiers” podcast series explores the production, consumption and implications of palm oil in Sierra Leone, Ecuador, and India. The cover art and illustrations for its three episodes reflect the diverse landscapes and cultural contexts of these regions. They capture the complexities of palm oil’s impact on local communities, economies, and environments.