Just as her name suggests, Sareka Unique's art is distinctively her own- and filled with happy bright pops of color. Sareka's focus is on surface pattern design and she can turn an ordinary item into a kaleidoscope of fun (kind of like stickers!).
Sareka's Instagram is filled with bright designs and inspiring messages that capture her true Girl Boss nature.Β In addition to her pattern design hustle, Sareka mentors other creatives to help them build their brand!
She creates designs that seamlessly transfer from canvas, to notebooks... to basically anything you can imagine!
@sarekaunique
Pipsticks + Sareka Unique GIVEAWAY
Sareka and I met at Alt Summit and decided to bring her patterns to life in sticker form!
Her design features eclectic patterns and bold designs that Sareka is known for.
The colors fit right in with September's retro theme...(is anyone else reminded of that "Jazz" solo cup design from the 90's here???)
Here's what you'll win:
"GRL POWER" Tote Bag
Leaf print Notebook
2 leaf print pouches
"UR PERFECTLY UNIQUE" Poster
3 Month Pipsticks Gift Subscription
The giveaway will run through August 31st, so be sure to max out your entries and tell all your friends!!
DETAILS, DETAILS, DETAILS
Pipsticks + Sareka Unique Giveaway
Β
Donβt have social media? Itβs cool,Β just enter your email above and you'll be entered to win. Also, EVERYONE in ourΒ Pro Sticker Club will also receive an entry, so if you're not already a subscriber, go sign up!
Contest ends at 11:59 PM PST on Saturday, August 31st.
The winner will be announced Tuesday September 3rd, and will be contacted via email or social media. Contest Terms & Conditions
Read our Q+A with Sareka below and be sure to sign up for the Pro Sticker Club to get her stickers (if you're not already a member).
Let's chat with Sareka Unique
Where do you live? Where are you from?
I live in Ypsilanti, Michigan. I am from Detroit, Michigan.
What do you LOVE?Β
Tacos, the color turquoise, art supplies, home, rose gold jewelry, bonfires
What do you dislike?
Beets and Liars!
What did you want to be when you grew up as a child?
A doctor, lawyer, singer, a number of things.
What do you do for work?
Illustration
How long have you been in the creative industry?
I went to school for Graphic Design and that was about 10 years ago.
What's the thing you're most proud of making?
Iβm pretty proud of everything I make. I am more proud of some of the accomplishments that have come from me doing what I love in spite of adversity. Like having my work featured in a Surface Pattern Design Publication, or being asked to judge the Annual Society of Illustrators competition.
@sarekaunique
What's an exciting idea you've had recently?
To create a space for black girl Illustrators to connect and grow.
What's your favorite color combination right now?
Turquoise, pink and yellow.
What's your favorite Karaoke Song?
The boy is mine
What's in your perfect trail mix?
Macadamia nuts and peanut butter m&mβs
What food could you eat all day every day?
Tacos and nachos
What are three InstagramΒ accounts that inspire you?@ettavee @susan.nethercote @blackgirlsillustrateThanks Sareka! We are so stoked to see your stickers in the 2019 September Pro subscription packs!Β Follow Sareka Unique here, and don't miss out on her amazing stickers!Mo xoxo