Adanna Chinọnye Onuekwusi Nigerian Digital Artist and Illustrator

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Adanna is a Nigerian digital artist with an expansive portfolio ranging from illustration, ui/ux and graphic design. Adanna is passionate about representing stories and exploring how design can impact positive change. Adanna also has experience designing for video games.

Adanna is a Nigerian digital artist whose creative practice spans a wide array of disciplines—including illustration, UI/UX, graphic design, and video game design. Her portfolio is a vibrant showcase of versatility and storytelling, grounded in a deep passion for how visual design can influence perception, evoke emotion, and inspire change.

At the core of Adanna’s work is an instinct for narrative. Whether she’s designing a mobile interface or illustrating a fictional universe, her approach is thoughtful and people-centered. She views design not just as a visual endeavor, but as a medium for communication—one that has the power to reframe stories, amplify unheard voices, and challenge existing paradigms. In UI/UX design, Adanna focuses on clarity, accessibility, and user empowerment. Her interfaces blend functional aesthetics with intuitive flow, often taking cues from cultural patterns, visual rhythm, and user behavior. She brings this same intentionality to her graphic design work, which includes branding, editorial layouts, and promotional campaigns for a variety of organizations and creative projects.

One of Adanna’s most exciting ventures has been designing for video games. Working on game development teams, she contributes to concept art, character design, and user interfaces. Her input helps shape immersive worlds that reflect diverse identities and possibilities. For Adanna, game design is not just entertainment—it’s a storytelling format with boundless room for experimentation, interactivity, and emotional resonance. A strong advocate for design as a tool for social good, Adanna is constantly seeking projects that align with her values. She is particularly drawn to initiatives that center African identities, challenge stereotypes, and invite community participation.

Adanna’s work continues to evolve as she explores new technologies and mediums. Her commitment to storytelling, design justice, and cultural representation makes her a powerful voice in the growing community of African digital creators shaping the future of visual culture.