Michael Nordstrand is an independent perfumer, teacher and multidisciplinary artist. He holds degrees and certifications in Perfume Creation from Givaudan, ISIPCA, and The Grasse Institute of Perfumery as well as a certification in Medicinal Plants from Cornell University, where his focus was on aromatic plants popularised during the Middle Ages.

His unique approach to fragrance is informed by boundless curiosity and a love of history, science & the arts.

With a deep respect for raw materials and the stories they can tell, Michael approaches each project with an inquisitive and open mind, applying his knowledge to solve problems creatively and produce elegant solutions that satisfy client expectations.

Mythologist Studio™ is owned and operated by Air & Alchemy, LLC, located in the NY Metro Area.