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Ibadan, Nigeria
Thank you for looking at my profile. Im MILES on socials and I am a professional 2D illustrator with expertise in comic book illustration, furry art, vintage illustration, tarot card design, and much more. With years of experience in crafting captivating visuals, I bring my passion for storytelling and attention to detail to every project. Whether you’re looking for custom tarot designs, custom character art, or dynamic comic pages, I have the skills to bring your vision to life. I don’t just illustrate to earn a living; I illustrate because it’s my passion. I love creating art as it’s my hobby, and I see it as a source of joy and fun.
- 2D Illustration
- 2D Art
- 2D Game Art
- Comics
- Comic Art
- Comic Book
- Webcomic
- Cartoon Character
- Character Design
- Character Illustration
- Card Game
- Retro & Vintage Style
Ijebu Ode, Nigeria
Pɪᴄᴛᴜʀᴇ ᴛʜɪꜱ: A ᴄᴀʀᴅ ɢᴀᴍᴇ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴀʀᴛᴡᴏʀᴋ ᴛʜᴀᴛ ɪᴍᴍᴇᴅɪᴀᴛᴇʟʏ ᴅʀᴀᴡꜱ ᴘʟᴀʏᴇʀꜱ ɪɴ, ʟᴀʏᴏᴜᴛꜱ ᴛʜᴀᴛ ᴀʀᴇ ᴄʟᴇᴀʀ ᴀᴛ ᴀ ɢʟᴀɴᴄᴇ, ᴀɴᴅ ᴀ ᴅᴇᴄᴋ ᴛʜᴀᴛ ꜰᴇᴇʟꜱ ᴘʀᴏꜰᴇꜱꜱɪᴏɴᴀʟ ꜰʀᴏᴍ ᴛʜᴇ ꜰɪʀꜱᴛ ꜱʜᴜꜰꜰʟᴇ. Wʜᴇᴛʜᴇʀ ɪᴛ’ꜱ TCGꜱ, ʙᴏᴀʀᴅ ɢᴀᴍᴇꜱ, ᴘᴀʀᴛʏ ɢᴀᴍᴇꜱ, ꜰʟᴀꜱʜᴄᴀʀᴅꜱ, ᴏʀ ᴄᴜꜱᴛᴏᴍ ᴄᴀʀᴅ ᴅᴇᴄᴋꜱ, ᴇᴀᴄʜ ᴄᴀʀᴅ ɪꜱ ᴅᴇꜱɪɢɴᴇᴅ ᴡɪᴛʜ ꜱᴛʀᴏɴɢ ᴠɪꜱᴜᴀʟ ʜɪᴇʀᴀʀᴄʜʏ, ᴄʟᴇᴀʀ ʀᴜʟᴇꜱ ᴄᴏᴍᴍᴜɴɪᴄᴀᴛɪᴏɴ, ᴀɴᴅ ᴀ ᴄᴏɴꜱɪꜱᴛᴇɴᴛ ꜱʏꜱᴛᴇᴍ ᴛʜᴀᴛ ᴡᴏʀᴋꜱ ᴀᴄʀᴏꜱꜱ ᴛʜᴇ ᴡʜᴏʟᴇ ᴅᴇᴄᴋ. Iꜰ ʏᴏᴜ’ʀᴇ ᴅᴇᴠᴇʟᴏᴘɪɴɢ ᴀ ᴛʀᴀᴅɪɴɢ ᴄᴀʀᴅ ɢᴀᴍᴇ, ᴀ ʙᴏᴀʀᴅ ɢᴀᴍᴇ, ᴏʀ ᴀ ᴄᴜꜱᴛᴏᴍ ᴄᴀʀᴅ ᴅᴇᴄᴋ ᴀɴᴅ ᴡᴀɴᴛ ᴘʀᴏꜰᴇꜱꜱɪᴏɴᴀʟ, ɢᴀᴍᴇ ʀᴇᴀᴅʏ ᴅᴇꜱɪɢɴ, ʟᴇᴛ’ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ. Cʟɪᴄᴋ “Iɴᴠɪᴛᴇ ᴛᴏ Jᴏʙ” ᴏʀ “Mᴇꜱꜱᴀɢᴇ” ᴛᴏ ɢᴇᴛ ꜱᴛᴀʀᴛᴇᴅ. I specialize in card game design and custom card decks, working with game creators, publishers, and indie developers to turn ideas into playable, print ready products. Whether it’s a trading card game, a board game card system, or a party card deck, my focus is always on clarity, balance, and visual appeal. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Beautifully done! The card design was creative, elegant, and exactly what I envisioned. Quick delivery and great communication throughout. I’m thrilled with the result, thank you! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Me choosing to work with Jesutofunmi is one of the best decision I ever made on this platform. He delivered exactly what I asked for and the quality exceeded my expectations. Will definitely be back for more. Wʜᴀᴛ I ᴅᴇꜱɪɢɴ Trading Card Games (TCG / CCG) Creature, spell, item, energy, and resource cards Consistent card frames and layout systems Readable typography and clear visual hierarchy Bᴏᴀʀᴅ Gᴀᴍᴇ Cᴀʀᴅꜱ Event, quest, role, item, and action cards Card systems designed to support gameplay, not distract from it Icons and components that are easy to understand at the table Pᴀʀᴛʏ & Cᴜꜱᴛᴏᴍ Cᴀʀᴅ Dᴇᴄᴋꜱ UNO style decks, trivia games, drinking games, adult humor decks Educational flashcards for kids, schools, and training programs Custom playing card decks for poker, rummy, casino, and collectible themes Cᴀʀᴅ Gᴀᴍᴇ Rᴜʟᴇʙᴏᴏᴋꜱ Clear rules for TCGs, party games, flashcards, and custom decks Turn structure, phases, win conditions, and setup explained step by step Examples and diagrams that reduce confusion for first time players Hᴏᴡ I ᴡᴏʀᴋ I don’t just design artwork. I design systems. Card layouts built for real gameplay Print ready files with proper bleed, trim, and sizing Designs that scale across full decks without losing consistency Clear communication and structured revision rounds The goal is a deck that looks good, plays smoothly, and is ready for production. Wʜʏ ᴄʟɪᴇɴᴛꜱ ʜɪʀᴇ ᴍᴇ Deep understanding of card readability and gameplay flow Experience designing full decks, not just single cards Attention to manufacturing and print requirements Reliable delivery and straightforward collaboration Iꜰ ʏᴏᴜ’ʀᴇ ᴅᴇᴠᴇʟᴏᴘɪɴɢ ᴀ ᴛʀᴀᴅɪɴɢ ᴄᴀʀᴅ ɢᴀᴍᴇ, ᴀ ʙᴏᴀʀᴅ ɢᴀᴍᴇ, ᴏʀ ᴀ ᴄᴜꜱᴛᴏᴍ ᴄᴀʀᴅ ᴅᴇᴄᴋ ᴀɴᴅ ᴡᴀɴᴛ ᴘʀᴏꜰᴇꜱꜱɪᴏɴᴀʟ, ɢᴀᴍᴇ ʀᴇᴀᴅʏ ᴅᴇꜱɪɢɴ, ʟᴇᴛ’ꜱ ᴛᴀʟᴋ. Cʟɪᴄᴋ “Iɴᴠɪᴛᴇ ᴛᴏ Jᴏʙ” ᴏʀ “Mᴇꜱꜱᴀɢᴇ” ᴛᴏ ɢᴇᴛ ꜱᴛᴀʀᴛᴇᴅ. KEYWORDS: Card Game Design | Board Game Design | Trading Card Game Design | Custom Card Deck Design | Card Game Designer | Board & Card Game Designer | Card Deck Design | Playing Card Design | Custom Playing Cards | TCG Card Design | CCG Card Design | Tabletop Card Game | Card Game Artwork | Card Game Illustration | Card Game Layout | Card Game Template | Card Game Mechanics | Card Game Prototyping | Card Game Development | Card Game Branding | Card Game Visual Design | Card Game Graphic Design | Card Game Production | Card Game Printing Prep | Card Game Packaging Design | Card Box Design | Card Back Design | Card Front Design | Card Typography | Card Icon Design | Card Game Rules Design | Card Game Rulebook | Card Game Playtesting | Card Game Expansion Design | Fantasy Card Game Design | Strategy Card Game Design | Party Card Game Design | Educational Card Game Design | Kids Card Game Design | Adult Card Game Design | Drinking Card Game Design | Family Card Game Design | Trivia Card Game Design | Memory Card Game Design | Flash Card Design | Collectible Card Game Design | TCG Layout Design | Card Game Artist | Card Game Illustrator | Card Game Concept Design | Card Game Art Direction | Card Game Mockups | Card Game Prototypes | Kickstarter Card Game Design | Indie Card Game Design | Tabletop Game Design | Print Ready Card Design | Card Game CMYK Setup | Card Game Bleed & Trim | Card Game Die Lines | Card Game Manufacturing Files | Card Game Accessibility Design | Card Game Color System | Card Game Style Guide | Card Game Brand Identity | Card Game Marketing Art | Promo Card Design | Card Game Sell Sheet | Card Game Pitch Deck | Card Game Box Mockup | Card Game Insert Design | Card Game Token Design | Expansion Pack Design | Card Game Lore Design | Card Game Storytelling | Card Game Worldbuilding | Card Game Character Design | Card Game Creature Design | Card Game Power Cards | Card Game Item Cards | Card Game Balance Design | Card Game Turn System | Card Game Win Conditions | Competitive Card Game Design | Casual Card Game Design | Card Game Mobile Adaptation | Digital Card Game Port
- 2D Illustration
- Graphic Design
- Illustration
- 2D Game Art
- Card Game
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Memory Card
- Game Design
- Board Game
- Layout Design
- Canva
- Concept Design
- Instruction Manual
- Branding
Lagos Island, Nigeria
Most Children's Books fail not because the story is bad, but because the Illustration, Character Design, and Book Layout don't fully engage young readers or meet Amazon KDP (KDP) standards. I help authors and publishers turn ideas into whimsical, engaging Children's Book Illustration that is visually compelling, print-ready, and optimized for success on Amazon KDP. I'm a full-service Illustration specialist focused on Children's Book, Character Design, and Cartoon Art, using Adobe Illustrator and advanced digital drawing techniques to deliver complete, publication-ready books. My style library includes soft watercolor, hand-drawn whimsical, bold Cartoon Art, and 3D illustration so whether your story calls for a cozy, emotional storybook or a bright, high-energy cartoon adventure, I can match the exact visual tone your book needs. What I can do for your Children's Book: Full Children's Book Illustration (cover + interior) Expressive Character Design with strong consistency Eye-catching Book Cover design Professional Book Layout / Layout Design Amazon KDP (KDP) formatting (300 DPI, bleed, print-ready) Soft Watercolor and Whimsical Storybook illustration (ages 4–8) Character consistency across multi-book series Coloring book line art versions (companion products) IngramSpark formatting alongside Amazon KDP Storyboard / rough sketch approval before final illustrations begin Style-matching for existing book series (Book 2, Book 3 continuations) What you'll get: High-quality Illustration optimized for print and digital Clean, professional drawing files (PSD / AI / PNG / PDF) Fully formatted Children's Book ready for Amazon KDP Polished Cartoon Art or soft whimsical storybook style Commercial-ready, publication-standard deliverables Commercial rights included with every project High-resolution 300 DPI, CMYK, print-ready files sized to your specifications (8.5x8.5, 8.5x11, or custom KDP trim sizes) Layered/source files available upon request Honest, transparent use of AI-assisted tools (MidJourney, DALL·E) where it serves your project l always refined, directed, and finalized by hand to ensure originality and character consistency My process (simple & reliable): Sketch → Character Design → Illustration → Revisions → Final How does my Delivery works??? I always begin with a storyboard or rough sketch round so you can see the full book before any final illustrations are made no surprises, full creative control for you. My style ranges from soft watercolor to bold Cartoon Art, always focused on storytelling, emotion, and reader engagement ensuring your Children's Book Illustration stands out in a competitive market. If you're looking for high-quality Illustration, Character Design, or a complete Children's Book ready for Amazon KDP, send me a message and let's bring your story to life. Open to starter/test projects. Portfolio and style samples available on request. Ages served: 2–3 (board book style) · 3–6 (picture book) · 4–8 (storybook) · 6–10 (early reader)
- 2D Illustration
- Illustration
- Children's Book Illustration
- Character Design
- Character Illustration
- Book Illustration
- Book Design
- Book Cover Design
- Procreate
- Adobe Illustrator
- Layout Design
- Page Layout Design
- Character
- Book
- Hand-Drawn Style
Ibadan, Nigeria
Experienced comic illustrator with 5+ years of freelance experience, I've created several pieces of unique art under the following categories: * Comics, graphic novels, children's books. * YouTube insert art * Podcast, YouTube and Twitch banners and profile pictures * Character designs and character sheets * Stylized portraits and illustrations of real people in various art styles * Short animated loops Will walk through the creative process with you and will provide sketches before finalizing the illustration, in order to ensure that you are 100% satisfied.
- Graphic Design
- Illustration
- Sketching
- Logo Design
- Clip Studio Paint
- Line Drawing
- Character Design
- Adobe Illustrator
- Blender
- Game Development
- Comic Art
- Book Cover
- Adobe After Effects
- Flat Design
Abuja, Nigeria
I create engaging 2D/3D animations, explainer videos, character animations, and product visuals for brands, startups, and YouTube creators—helping turn ideas into clear, engaging content that drives results. Hi, I’m Jamiu, a professional 2D/3D Animator specializing in explainer videos, character animation, product animation, and motion graphics for businesses, creators, and growing brands. I help clients communicate ideas through high-quality, engaging animation—whether it’s promoting a product, explaining a service, building a YouTube channel, or creating entertaining cartoon content. Services I offer: ✔️ 2D Explainer Videos (business, startup, educational) ✔️ 3D Product Animation & Visualization ✔️ Character Animation (2D & 3D) ✔️ Kids & Cartoon Animation ✔️ Whiteboard Animation & Motion Graphics ✔️ Music Video Animation ✔️ 3D Modeling & Rendering Tools I use: Blender | After Effects | Adobe Animate | Photoshop | Illustrator Why clients work with me: ✔️ Clear communication & fast response ✔️ High-quality, detail-focused animation ✔️ On-time delivery ✔️ Creative solutions tailored to your goals If you need clean, engaging animation that connects with your audience and gets results, send me a message — I’m ready to help bring your idea to life.
- Illustration
- 2D Animation
- 2D Art
- 3D Modeling
- Whiteboard Animation
- Character Animation
- 3D Animation
- Explainer Video
- Motion Graphics
- 3D Product Animation
- Blender
- Adobe After Effects
- Video Editing
- Adobe Animate
- Cartoon Animation
- Storyboard
- 3D Rendering
- Character Design
- Visual Effects
- Music Video
Lagos, Nigeria
If you're looking for a stunning digital Illustration, you've come to the right place. With a description of what you need done, I'd be able to illustrate an exceptional piece for you and in the style of your choice. 🟢 What I can do for you: • Digital Illustration • Flat Illustration • Technical Illustration • Meme coin art Illustration • Sketch Illustration • Black & White Illustration • Storyboard Illustration • Printable Illustration • 3D Illustrations • 2D illustrations for the website • Isometric Illustration •Marketing Illustration • Icon illustration/design • Realistic Illustration ✨Key Skills: - Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Animate, After Effect) - Ability to design in different Illustration styles - Excellent attention to detail and time management skills - Strong communication and collaboration skills Keywords: Illustration, Digital Art, Icon Design, Freehand Digital Illustration, Vector Graphic, 2D Illustration, Adobe Illustrator, Line Drawing, Flat Style, Digital Illustration, Vector Art, Freestyle Drawing Illustration, Graphic Design, Advertising Illustration, Colorful Style, Character Design, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Icon Set Creation, Digital Illustration, Marketing Illustration, Digital Illustration, Flat Illustration, Technical Illustration, Meme coin art Illustration, Sketch Illustration, Black & White Illustration, Storyboard Illustration, Printable Illustration, 3D Illustrations, 2D illustrations for the website, Isometric Illustration, Marketing Illustration, Icon illustration/design, Realistic Illustration Thanks for your time!
- 2D Illustration
- Drawing
- Illustration
- Adobe Illustrator
- Freehand Digital Illustration
- Object Illustration
- Children's Book Illustration
- Hand-Drawn Style
- Adobe Photoshop
- Web3
- Digital Illustration
- 2D Drawing
- 2D Design & Drawings
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