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A self-taught 2D artist while being a full time dental student fueled by french fries and convenience store cola in Lahore, Pakistan— Sabeeka, a.k.a. “_theyellowhood_” paints mostly landscapes and background illustrations as she uses light and sceneries as her subject.

She describes her craft as modern, stylised, and anime-ish; usually applying 2D digital painting and concept art. Sometimes she studies works of other artists or seeks out inspiration from the real world, and from her experiences. When getting overwhelmed or when “artist block” sets in; she takes a break.

Origins

She started pursuing her craft over two years ago; as she was painting on her phone during quarantine, one thing led to another. From illustrating simple moments of daily life to fantasy, Sabeeka wants to be able to tell stories through her craft.

Starting out, she wanted to make comics; thus, she created a unique and recognisable character— Yellowhood, one of her original creations—a simple yet identifiable character with a straightforward color palette, and a clear silhouette was born.

Inspired by modern artists through a modern platform; digital illustrators like: Devin Elle Kurtz, Atey Ghailan, Pascal Campion, Simz, Alariko, Loish. Whose art styles are visually striking, portrays a wide range of emotions. Sabeeka (who is still looking for art style) displays the same kind of spectacle that of her idols.

Among her many pieces, “The Modern Diet” and “Snacktime”, are her favorite works. She doesn’t stick with a particular feeling or emotion when creating her works, but rather she lets every piece have its own vibe.

Sabeeka usually makes her pieces over the weekends or during vacations. Because she is mainly busy with her academic endeavors. She juggles her education and love for the arts by managing her time; that’s also the reason why she prefers the digital arts.

“It saves me a lot of time as I don’t have to buy a lot of “It saves me a lot of time as I don’t have to buy a lot of art supplies,I can make art anywhere and whenever I art supplies,I can make art anywhere and whenever I feel like it, which makes it easier to manage time as a feel like it, which makes it easier to manage time as a dental student.” dental student.”

Artist’s Advice

At this point in time, Sabeeka, is just getting started in her endeavors. For many of you reading and for those aspiring to pursue the arts, be it as a career path or personal hobby, we asked what pieces of advice she can share.

“If you have the love for “creating” and you are willing to “If you have the love for “creating” and you are willing to learn along the way, then just do it! Start somewhere. You learn along the way, then just do it! Start somewhere. You don’t need to be “gifted” to pursue art. What matters the don’t need to be “gifted” to pursue art. What matters the most is that you have the desire to *create* something” most is that you have the desire to *create* something” “All it takes is a pen and a paper and the hunger for creating something”

As for those who do not have the luxury to do so or, but dreams to be an artist.

“All it takes is a pen and a paper and the hunger for creating something”

_theyellow_ is truly a gifted artist that, like you, is a normal person with her own personal challenges and goals. As she struggles to juggle her time being an artist and a student; she still continues to make and share her craft.

You can follow and support through her socials @_ theyellowhood_ and through her patreon: www.patreon.com/_ theyellowhood_. You can also view her craft on: www.artstation. com/sabeekajavaid9 and www.pinterest.com/javaidsabeeka/

In the end, Sabeeka didn’t have any words of inspiration, but she’d like to say the following:

”Art is Art”

*Insert Mr.Incredible meme*