Zinah Abraha
Photographer
Not your mother's classic headshots—Zinah specializes in bringing brands' wildest dreams to life through playful yet purposeful imagery.
She works with creatives eager for more wonder, more creativity, and a deeper connection to their ideal clients through imagery intentionally crafted for THEIR brand story and mission.
WEBSITE →Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Photography
● The Plenary, Co. Team Photos
2024
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Tiffany Brooks
Photographer
Tiffany is a photographer specializing in headshots and contemporary portraits, based out of Bellingham, Washington.
WEBSITE →Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Photography
● The Plenary, Co. Team Photos
2024
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Luz de Wit for I Am A Scientist
Jamison Weeks
Photographer
Jamison, a former neuroscience student, traded dental school for a camera and an adventurous life in Alaska, spending his winters traveling and capturing stunning photographs around the world.
Now based in Seattle, he runs a thriving freelance photography business, creating dynamic portrait sessions for musicians and artists, lifestyle shoots for corporations, and product photos for emerging brands.
WEBSITE →Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Photography
2024
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Olivia Paige Dotson for I Am A Scientist
Crystal Uqdah
Photographer
Based in Atlanta, Crystal is a portrait photographer specializing in modern portrait, maternity, and motherhood experiences.
Her mission is to celebrate and empower women, honoring their past, present, and future through a luxury portrait experience designed to boost confidence and create a legacy.
WEBSITE →Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Photography
2024
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Karmella Haynes for I Am A Scientist
Erik Suswanto
Illustrator
Erik is a multidisciplinary designer and illustrator with a passion for creating beautiful artwork that blends texture and color.
His works are mostly inspired by nature and his favorite music. When Erik isn’t drawing, he enjoys spending time in his tiny garden with the help of his two beloved cats, David and Dennis.
WEBSITE →BEHANCE →Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Illustration
2024
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Pat Pataranutaporn for I Am A Scientist
Melanie Morrison for I Am A Scientist
Ekaterina Kuleva
Illustrator
Ekaterina is an open-minded, hardworking and creative person.
She can't see her life without travel and communication with extraordinary people. She loves: creativity in all its manifestations, interesting movies, music and psychology. When she is working on projects, Ekaterina pays attention to details and uses art to express her point of view.
Linkedin → INSTAGRAM → Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Illustration
2024
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Geoffrey Siwo for I Am A Scientist
Karmella Haynes for I Am A Scientist
Nick Sirotich
Illustrator
Nick is an illustrator, designer, mural painter, and all around creative perpetually working on cool projects in Oakland California.
He loves developing interesting projects with purpose while always keeping the fun and quality at the forefront.
WEBSITE → INSTAGRAM → Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Illustration
2024
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Shriya Srinivasan for I Am A Scientist
Erick Forester
Photographer
Erick is a corporate headshot portrait photographic artist based in Nairobi, Kenya.
He says, “My business isn’t photography, It’s the people I am photographing and my passion for them and their stories is reflected back in their passion for me.”
WEBSITE → INSTAGRAM → Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Photography
2024
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GEOFFREY SIWO for i am a scientist
Laurie Anne Poquet
Illustrator
Laurie Anne Poquet is a digital designer who illustrated some of our scientists for our I Am A Scientist initiative.
Laurie-Anne is a French freelance illustrator, passionate about illustration, photography, vegan cooking and roller skating. She practiced illustration since childhood, and now strives to connect her different passions through artistic expression.
Laurie-Anne’s work focuses on pop and colorful illustrations, often featuring floral elements and representations of proud and courageous femininity. The work with textures and colors plays an important role in my creations, as does the addition of numerous details.
WEBSITE → INSTAGRAM → Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Illustration
2024
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Shalini Nemani for I Am A Scientist
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Bryan Yee for I Am A Scientist
Stephanie Singleton
Illustrator
Stephanie Singleton is a digital designer who illustrated some of our scientists for our I Am A Scientist initiative.
Stephanie Singleton is an illustrator with an interest in all things decorative and surreal. Born and raised in Toronto, she graduated from OCAD University with a B.Des. specializing in illustration.
WEBSITE → INSTAGRAM → Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Illustration
2024
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Aleke Kuoh for I am a Scientist
Diamond James for I Am A Scientist
Harbani Kaur Malik-Chaudhry for I Am A Scientist
Dilip Merala for I Am A Scientist
Hamed Mirzaei for I Am A Scientist
NEST Design
Illustrator
NEST Design is a digital design studio who illustrated some of our scientists for our I Am A Scientist initiative.
“The word “Nest”, or “nid” in French, has a very special meaning to me. Having a great need for freedom, independence and flexibility, I have always taken care of my clients' desire for autonomy, while providing a caring and constructive framework. The Nest studio represents an ephemeral as well as essential cocoon to prepare for a successful flight.”
WEBSITE → INSTAGRAM → Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Illustration
2023
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KUUKUA WILSON for I am a Scientist
JO ANNA ROBINSON for I Am A Scientist
Hala Al-Abbasi
Illustrator
Hala Al-Abbasi is a digital artist who illustrated some of our scientists for our I Am A Scientist initiative.
Hala Al-Abbasi is an illustrator at SOLID. They are here to empower brands to find their success, through SOULFUL narratives, unique voices, and SOLID identities.
INSTAGRAM → Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Illustration
2021
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gladys nuñez for I Am A Scientist
Tatheer adnan for I am a Scientist
Nicole Medina
Illustrator
Nicole Medina is a digital artist who illustrated some of our scientists for our I Am A Scientist initiative.
Nicole Medina is a first generation Latina American and proud. She’s a Philly based illustrator with a love for art history, horror movies (the good and the bad), fun pattern and bold color.
WEBSITE → INSTAGRAM → Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Illustration
2021-2024
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Anthony Covarrubias for I Am A Scientist
Diandra Martinez-Cano for I Am A Scientist
Ngoni Madungwe for I Am A Scientist
Nabiha Saklayen for I Am A Scientist
Susannah Calhoun for I Am A Scientist
Karina Monakhova
Illustrator
Karina Monakhova is a digital artist who illustrated several of our I Am A Scientist materials.
Traveling, new impressions, and learning new things are great sources of inspiration for Karina Monakhova. She loves being outdoors, hiking in the mountains and walking on the beach.
WEBSITE → INSTAGRAM → Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Workspace Illustrations
● I AM A SCIENTIST Collection Illustrations
2022-2024
Haimish
Videography Studio
Haimish is a a creative design & problem solving studio that specializes in video production and multimedia storytelling.
We're collaborating with Haimish on our new videos for the I Am a Scientist program, featuring scientists answering student-sourced questions about their research and journey.
WEBSITE → Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST videography
2023-
Tchanavia Lastie
Photographer
Tchanavia Lastie is the founder of "Black Queen Photography", where she prides herself on positive vibes, good times, and making her clients feel like royalty.
WEBSITE → INSTAGRAM → Twitter → Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Photography
2023
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Cesar Arcasi matta for I am a Scientist
Alexander Bennett for i am a scientist
Idalmiz López
Photographer
Born and raised in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, Idalmiz López's work is built on embracing spontaneity and capturing each person's emotions and personality in her portraits.
WEBSITE → INSTAGRAM → Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Photography
2023
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Janina Jeff, PhD, MS for I am a Scientist
JANELLE HESLOP for i am a scientist
Kerttu Penttilä
Photographer
For Kerttu Penttilä, photography is communication and collaboration both between the photographer and subject and between the photograph and viewer.
WEBSITE → INSTAGRAM → Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Photography
2023
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Debbie Berebichez for i am a scientist
Ella Sophie
Photographer
San Francisco-based photographer Ella Sophie specializes in capturing images to uplift women through "a bold and powerful aesthetic that does not cater to the male gaze".
WEBSITE → INSTAGRAM → Projects worked on:
● I AM A SCIENTIST Portrait Photography
2023
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Bayan Mashat for i am a scientist
Leah Guthrie for i am a scientist