You don't have to pick just one thing - an interview with illustrator-astrologer Nicola Allan

In this rich and inspiring episode of *The Good Ship Illustration*, host Katie interviews Nicola Allan, a multi-talented illustrator, astrologer, and self-publisher whose journey from corporate law to creative entrepreneurship is as unconventional as her work. Nicola shares how she gradually transitioned from part-time illustration while working as a lawyer, eventually moving to Mexico to pursue her passions. The pivotal moment came during the pandemic when she serendipitously met a tarot reader, leading to the creation of her first self-published children’s tarot deck—crowdfunded successfully on Kickstarter. This experience inspired her second project, *The Wild Way*, an astrology-rooted oracle deck featuring Scottish wildlife, which she also self-published via Backerkit. Nicola emphasizes the power of authenticity, trusting intuition, and the importance of building an email list over relying solely on social media. She reveals how astrology informs her creative process, from timing launches with favorable planetary transits to understanding personal creative cycles. Her story is a testament to the idea that you don’t have to pick just one thing—you can weave together your diverse passions into a unique, thriving creative brand.