Nadezda graduated the National Academy of Arts – Sofia in Bulgaria,  Master’s degree in Ceramics (1996-2001). Following her PhD (2001-2005), helped her broaden her knowledge and capabilities in the field of virtual ceramics, including such specific part of it like virtual design and rapid prototyping. Together with this, she took a professional qualification in advertising design (2000-2001) in the National Academy of Arts, which directed her career targets towards advertising and graphic design. 

In 2001 she gained the Open society award for diploma work.

Since 2005 she has been working as a graphic designer and art director in advertising agencies (Champions Y&R, Bars Advertising and Reforma) for the following clients: Danone, Mtel, Audi, adidas, Raiffeisen Bank, Billa, Chio Chips, etc. Her graphic design portfolio includes logo design, corporate identity and branding, package design, art direction, typography, web design and UI/UX design.