Aniika Gjesvold Cantero

Aniika is an illustrator, painter, and artist whose work explores themes of quiet wonder, nostalgia, and the beauty of small, collected moments. Drawing inspiration from antique artifacts, natural history, and atmospheric storytelling, her pieces often blend delicate details with a sense of discovery—inviting viewers to step into a world of forgotten relics and quiet treasures.

With a background in both cybersecurity and fine arts, she is currently pursuing a Natural Science Illustration certificate at the Yale Peabody Museum as well as a Diploma in Botanical Art from the Royal Botanical Gardens of Edinburgh, further refining her focus on intricate detail and preservation. Whether through delicate linework, archival-inspired compositions, or collectible-style designs, her work seeks to capture the feeling of uncovering something rare and meaningful.

Currently based in the United States, Aniika has sold works to collectors worldwide. She currently offers her original art work as well as both open and limited-edition prints.

- Botanical Art Illustration Certificate Candidate: Royal Botanical Gardens of Edinburgh

- Natural Science Illustration Certificate Candidate: Yale

- Cyber Defense PhD Candidate: Dakota State University

- Masters of Arts Candidate: Global Security/Cybersecurity at Arizona State University

-Bachelors of Science in Information Technology from Ira A. Fulton Colleges of Engineering - Arizona State University; Concentration in Information Assurance