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Rob M.

Lexington, Kentucky

$40/hr
5.0
216 jobs

Before we get too far into the story a confession has to be made: this is definitely one of those 'been drawing as long as I can remember' yarns. But please allow a slight indulgence or this page has no merit. Early on mom would bring rolls of scrap paper home for doodling purposes. After dinner I would tuck a roll under my arm and slip into the private sanctuary that was my room. Darkness would envelope the room save for the soft, narrow glow of the desk light - the transformation is well underway. The radio would be tuned to a classic rock station (though frankly, I don’t think it was considered ‘classic’ then). So with Fleetwood Mac playing softly in the background and with little regard to time the pen would take life. The once blank stock would become flooded with worlds of heads. I don’t know, I guess I lost interest beyond the neck. I would be lost in that world late into the evening night after night, day after day. It’s been love ever since. My post high school education consisted of Glen Oaks Community College, Northern Michigan University and the Joe Kubert School of Cartoon and Graphic Art. The majors were graphic art and illustration. I was able to latch onto the school newspaper and contribute a comic strip called Just Cruisin' which was based on lifelong friends. Caricature has always been my natural artistic slant. All attempts to draw life figures (or ‘real art’ as customers utter as they sit for a caricature) leaned toward exaggeration. Noses would have an inclination to intensify and eyebrows a tendency to merge all to the chagrin of the teacher or model. To this day, I get comments about 'looking amused' while drawing. The view from my side of the board is amazing (heh-heh). In the mid-1980's a spot illustration of the Statue of Liberty for a local newspaper generated some interest. That front page exposure prefaced five years of political cartooning. Three times a week cartoons were appearing for two southwestern lower Michigan dailies. First with the Sturgis Journal and then the Coldwater Reporter. The wonderful part of the op-ed page cartoons was the opportunity to caricature figures from the world stage. I've been whipping up caricatures since 1985 at craft shows, private functions and as personal gifts. Why? Well, there is nothing more rewarding than seeing that ‘look’ on a victim’s, er, person’s face once their eyes have found the completed caricature. To coin a term, it’s ‘priceless’. The sheer joy of meeting strangers and converting them to friends equipped with only a few minutes and a marker is magic. Marriage and the addition of children have taken their proper place in regard to time and responsibility. But caricature is part of who I am. With the assistance of the internet I've worked on projects with fine folks from Alaska to Massachusetts and many stops in between. Meeting people during live gigs is so rewarding on many levels. Caricature, to me, is like a day at an amusement park. I only hope you’ll come along for the ride. My wife, two girls and I currently reside in Lexington, Kentucky.

  • Caricature
  • Cartoon Art
  • Digital Art
  • Comic Art
  • Sketching
  • Digital Illustration
Maria G.

Dyersburg, Tennessee

$20/hr
5.0
7 jobs

Editorial & Commercial Illustrator | Caricatures • Concept Art • Hand‑Drawn Visual Storytelling I’m an editorial and commercial illustrator specializing in hand‑drawn artwork that communicates ideas with clarity, personality, and strong visual storytelling. Since 2016, I’ve created illustrations for newsletters, writers, small businesses, campaigns, and commentary platforms always drawn by hand, never generated or automated. My work blends traditional fundamentals with expressive digital rendering, producing clean, readable illustrations that stand out in feeds, articles, and branded content. I offer a range of illustration services, including POLTOONS, editorial concepts, caricatures, character‑driven visuals, and narrative sketches. Every piece is sketched, inked, and colored manually no AI, no templates, no shortcuts. For clients who need commentary‑driven art, I also provide political and issue‑based illustration as a specialty service, drawing from years of experience in satire and visual communication. 🎯 What I Create Editorial Illustrations for articles, newsletters, explainers, and branded content Caricatures individuals, teams, families, public figures Sketch, Ink & Color Work clean line art, polished digital finishes Article‑to‑Visual Concepts send me a URL and I’ll translate it into a visual idea Optional Specialty: Pol & commentary‑driven illustration (satire, issue‑based visuals) Styles Offered: Pen & Ink * Kolormarc Alcohol Markers* Watercolor * Black & White * Painterly Digital (Sargent‑inspired)

  • Caricature
  • Cartoon Art
  • Character Design
  • Editorial Illustration
  • Vector Art
  • Cartoon Style
  • Vector Graphic
  • 2D Illustration
  • Comic Art
  • Political Science
  • Editorial Design
  • Comics
  • Political Art
  • T-Shirt Design
  • Sketching
Marvin T.

Farmington, Michigan

$24/hr
5.0
43 jobs

Create caricatures in pastel, or oil paint. With caricatures I am always careful not to push the image so far as to insult the subject. I also paint serious portraits of people or their pets. I also enjoy sculpting either in a caricature style, or more realistic. Due to my years on the newspapers I am used to working under tight deadlines.

  • Caricature
  • Illustration
  • Children's Book Illustration
  • Watercolor
  • Black & White Style
  • Sketch
  • Realist Painting
  • Realistic Portrait
  • Acrylic Painting
  • Oil Painting
  • Portrait Art
  • Colored Pencil
  • Sculpture
  • Soft Pastel
  • Graphite
Antoine B.

Oak Creek, Wisconsin

$30/hr
5.0
51 jobs

Hi! I'm Antoine Blackman (ABlackman Art). I am a professional Comic Book Artist (Cartoonist) and Writer. I draw both traditionally and digitally in a comic book style. I draw caricatures, portraits, profile pics, or avatars in my art style in addition to comic book illustrations and sequential art? I have also produced concept art for clients. I have a degree in Liberal Arts with a focus on creative writing and art. I have written stories and scripts; winning an award for short story writing. I am passionate about comics and graphic novels as it combines my love of art and storytelling. Additional samples can be seen on social media. Contact me with any questions. I look forward to creating with you. --Antoine (ABlackman Art)

  • Cartoon Art
  • Character Design
  • Drawing
  • Illustration
  • Comics
  • 2D Illustration
  • Cover Art Design
  • Superhero
  • Comic Art
  • Sketching
  • Scriptwriting
  • Freestyle Drawing
  • Writing
  • Comic Book
  • Concept Design
Sergio D.

Greenville, Texas

$100/hr
4.9
184 jobs

Digital graphic artist, illustrator, painter, comic book artist, etc.

  • Caricature
  • Illustration
William B.

Owensburg, Indiana

$25/hr
5.0
366 jobs

My name’s Black and I draw stuff. To be a bit more descriptive and explanatory, I am a freelance illustrator with over a decade of experience at this point. I’ve worked for large corporations, small, start-up companies, and individuals. Everything from character concept art, board games, and book/album covers to advertisements, logos, branding, and labels. I’ve worked in every style one can imagine. Realistic digital paintings, comic/cartoon art, caricatures, anime, etc. If you can think it, I can ink it. You’ll find some examples of my work here in the handy-dandy portfolio. More can be found on my website (blackdrawsstuff.com). So, if you need something groovy drawn up, let me know. I’m always open for more work.

  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Caricature
  • Cartoon Art
  • Character Design
  • Drawing
  • Illustration
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Logo Design
  • Concept Artistry
  • Cover Art Design
  • Digital Painting
  • Graphic Design
  • Sketching
  • Comic Art

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