Nana Qi (or Key), also known as puffygator on social media, is a talented animal illustrator and sculptor from New England, USA who has a simple mission on the internet—to spread joy—and her artwork that combines adorable animals and dreamy illustrations is perfect for that. She draws all sorts of wild and domesticated animals in her own vivid style and every single illustration is cuteness overload that just makes go "aww" and feel good inside. And you are about to find out why!
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Growing up as a person of color, battling life events and health issues, Key found comfort in animals and art, which has become a self-therapy for her and an escape from daily anxieties for thousands of people around the world. Since she developed her own unique artistic style in March of 2019, she has been gaining acknowledgment over the internet and now has 115k followers who are in love with her illustrations. And you might join them pretty quickly after scrolling this wholesome list!
"I’ve loved depictions of animals in art and drew them almost exclusively. There’s a joy and universal appeal they have over people, and for some of us, it’s easier to find representation in them. Last year, I made an Instagram account and started posting in a style that came out. So many people told me they enjoyed it that I kept going!" the artist told Bored Panda.
Throughout her career, Key has worked with Smithsonian, Magic the Gathering, Spin Master, and more. Her illustrations were featured by Procreate, natural history museums, and other publications. As an avid animal lover, she has collaborated with wildlife conservation groups such as the Jane Goodall Institute. Key also runs a little shop where she sells bits and pieces featuring her sweet animal illustrations like prints, stickers, and pins.
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I think I get what this picture represents, the wild cat here is a caracal, it is know for jumping an astounding height to catch it's prey. It's prey are birds. So the artist, smartly drew the cat having wings, almost like how it jumps so high making it look like it is flying.
It looks like the villian from Rio but the cute and innocent version. Luv it.
is their such thing as a sugar bee beecause that is so cute
there's literally no comments on this post even though there is on everything else. and why? because it's an adorable sphynx??
The first thing that came to my mind when looking at this was Sirius Black( Harry Potter's godfather ), in his animagus form.
I'll name this lovely lioness Storm, since she seems like a sandy cloud :)
This piece reminds me of a combination of Little Red Riding Hood and Snow White & Rose Red.
these were all very good and cute you have amazing talent my mouth hurts because i kept on smiling
Miss Nina Key, most of your artwork doesn't have any comments because they are all to cute, amazing, beautiful, and many other words. I will show this all to my friends. We are all routing for you! You can do whatever you put your mind to. Please like and subscribe to this beautiful artist!
Thank you so much for this. It is just what I needed to uplift my day.
Omg I love these sooo much well done Nana they're all so beautiful, especially the foxes, they're my favourite ❤️🦊
Absolutely adorable, and I especially love the way the artist handles colours and light. <3
I RECOGNIZE THE CHARACTER IN 59!! I DONT REMEMBER ITS NAME!!! HELPP MEEE
Nana Ki, your astounding artwork brings such joy and elation to all who are lucky enough to view them. Artistic talent at it's finest! Thank you for sharing - and I speak for us all when I ask/plea to please share more! Absolutely stunning artwork that adds a gleeful light to the eyes and a smile to the hearts of us all!
These are so beautiful! I love how you drew all of these animals!! Keep up the work!
these were all very good and cute you have amazing talent my mouth hurts because i kept on smiling
Miss Nina Key, most of your artwork doesn't have any comments because they are all to cute, amazing, beautiful, and many other words. I will show this all to my friends. We are all routing for you! You can do whatever you put your mind to. Please like and subscribe to this beautiful artist!
Thank you so much for this. It is just what I needed to uplift my day.
Omg I love these sooo much well done Nana they're all so beautiful, especially the foxes, they're my favourite ❤️🦊
Absolutely adorable, and I especially love the way the artist handles colours and light. <3
I RECOGNIZE THE CHARACTER IN 59!! I DONT REMEMBER ITS NAME!!! HELPP MEEE
Nana Ki, your astounding artwork brings such joy and elation to all who are lucky enough to view them. Artistic talent at it's finest! Thank you for sharing - and I speak for us all when I ask/plea to please share more! Absolutely stunning artwork that adds a gleeful light to the eyes and a smile to the hearts of us all!
These are so beautiful! I love how you drew all of these animals!! Keep up the work!
