Turkish and Chicagoan, Başak Knotz is a self-taught artist Başak Knotz illustrates her daily mood and share them with her followers via Instagram. She says “I illustrate the world around me. It helps me to slow down and find the beauty in the moment, the mundane, the quiet. I am a self taught artist who decided to pursue her biggest passion, illustrating, after years of flirting with it. I took the plunge.” Her sketches are generally simple but reflects everyday life happenings perfectly. “I love simple line art, yet love adding sweet details to my illustrations. I enjoy both analog and digital platforms. I also sprinkle my words on my work.” She sketches on common issues like morning coffee, monday mood, weekend events, digital addiction, food that we can’t resist, etc. Each of her illustrations is guaranteed to make you smile. Take a look at Başak’s entertaining daily life illustrations and remember to share the fun with your friends.