Nancy Pappas (nkpcreate) is an illustrator & designer based in Brooklyn, NY.
Nancy’s (nkpcreate) works with F&B, Restaurant & Hospitality, Editorial and Cookbooks. Her extensive portfolio includes collaborations with notable clients such as American Express, Whole Foods and Bloomingdale's. She is passionate about supporting women-owned businesses, working with brands like Stick With Me Sweets, Material Kitchen, and Bánh By Lauren.
Her recent achievements include illustrating acclaimed writer and baker Dorie Greenspan's upcoming cookbook (Oct 2025). Nancy is also an active volunteer and supporter of the nonprofit Heart of Dinner.
Her work has made an impact across various publications, earning features in Eater, Chowhound, and Saveur. Beyond the editorial world, her diverse clientele spans music and fashion, including Cravings™ by Chrissy Teigen and Warner Music Group for Cardi B.
Nancy is represented by Leigh Eisenman at Wolf Literary.
me on the internets Dribbble, Pearl River Mart Solo Exhibition, Tattly, Creative Mornings, Eater, Chowhound, Peddler Journal, Edible Queens
Photography by: Mitchel Blummer
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Don't hesitate to drop me an email if you have any questions or just want to say hello!
If you're interested in working together, please share the specifics of your project, including the estimated timeline and budget, and we can take it from there. I'm excited about the opportunity to collaborate with you and create something amazing together!