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Devin J. W.

Westland, Michigan

$15/hr
4.8
9 jobs

Life is a story and the best art is too! Happy to help with comics, covers, picture books, murals, logos, and everything cool. • Comic art - dynamic, hand-drawn comic art. • Illustration - children's book illustrations, posters, covers, logos. • Painting - watercolor, acrylic murals, mixed media illustrations. • Writing - comic scripts, fiction.

  • Comic Art
  • Cartoon Art
  • Comics
  • Drawing
  • Illustration
  • 2D Illustration
  • Pen & Ink Illustration
  • Children's Book Illustration
  • Watercolor
  • Painting
  • Writing
  • Creative Writing
  • Inking
Kortney McHelle F.

Longview, Texas

$40/hr
4.9
12 jobs

🌿 𝙂𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙞𝙘𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙜𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙣 𝙨𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜: 𝙩𝙝𝙚𝙮 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙚 𝙥𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙥 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙡𝙤𝙤𝙠. 🌿 That's what I do — I create comic art, characters, and brand visuals that grab attention and actually get the job done. Whether it's a single character that needs personality, a full comic page that has to flow, or a clean brand look that stands out, I take your idea from rough concept to polished, ready-to-use art. Here's how I can help: Comic & sequential art — character design, panel layouts, inking, coloring, and full pages that read smoothly Illustration — original characters, mascots, cover art, and custom pieces in the style you're after Graphic design — logos, branding, posters, social graphics, and marketing visuals I work in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Procreate, so I can match the exact style, format, and quality your project needs — correct dimensions, clean layers, and files delivered how you want them. What matters most to me is getting it right for you. I ask the right questions before starting, keep you updated as the work takes shape, and revise until you're genuinely happy with the result. Send me your idea — even a rough sketch or a few words — and let's create something you'll be proud to show off. Thanks, Kortney

  • Comic Art
  • Character Design
  • Comics
  • Digital Illustration
  • Digital Painting
  • 2D Game Art
  • Character Illustration
  • Creature Design
  • Sequential Art
  • Storyboarding
  • Editorial Illustration
  • Book Cover Design
  • Cover Art Design
  • Superhero
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Freehand Digital Illustration
  • Cartoon Character
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Comic Book
  • Logo Design
Vincent B.

Dallas, Texas

$50/hr
4.9
80 jobs

As a highly skilled comic artist and graphic design illustrator, I bring a wealth of experience to my character design work. With over 6 years of experience in penciling, inking, and coloring, I am an expert in my field. I specialize in using Clip Studio Paint EX and Adobe Photoshop and have a deep understanding of both programs. My portfolio showcases my strong suit in manga and anime-inspired designs, as well as my expertise in cartoons and logo design. Let me bring your visions to life and fulfill all your design needs. My hourly rates begin at $50. Contact me today to learn more about my services.

  • Comic Art
  • Character Design
  • Illustration
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Flyer Design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Graphic Design
  • Manga
  • Colorful Style
  • Anime
  • App Icon Design
  • Clip Studio Paint
Ronald A.

New York, New York

$40/hr
5.0
36 jobs

My name is Ronald Acosta, I’m an artist/illustrator from the Bay Area California, currently based in New England. As of 2025, I’ve about 8 years experience working with independent developers/publishers, startups and writers. For the past six years I’ve been the artist on The Adventures of Starman series, a graphic novel sci-fi universe blended with real life events, as well as The Tales of Treydora, a fantasy based comic book series; Both of which are building platforms for Art, Comics and Games in web3 and the metaverse space. My style of art can range from realistic to highly stylized/cartoonish, so I can easily adapt to whatever the project requires. I have experience in cinematic storytelling, storyboarding, sequential-comic book art, character design, promotional art and all around illustration in general. I work in both traditional mediums and digitally via Procreate and Photoshop. I pull heavy inspiration from video game art, anime, and comic book artists like Frank Miller, Jim Lee and Barry Windsor Smith. Feel free to browse through my profile here with the various pieces from my portfolio. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch. Thank you for the consideration!

  • Comic Art
  • Character Design
  • Comics
  • Drawing
  • Illustration
  • Storyboarding
  • Painting
  • Sequential Art
  • Digital Painting
  • Comic Book
  • Superhero
  • Digital Illustration
  • Game Art
  • Anime
  • Manga
Abraham G.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

$30/hr
4.6
56 jobs

Hi, I’m Abraham Gonzalez, a 2D animator and motion graphics designer with 6+ years of experience creating engaging SaaS explainer videos and animation-driven content. I help businesses turn complex ideas into clear, visually compelling animations that improve user understanding and drive engagement. 🎨 My Expertise • SaaS Explainer Videos • Motion Graphics Animation • UI/Product Animation • Storyboarding & Visual Flow • Animated Marketing Content 🛠 Tools I Use Adobe After Effects • Adobe Illustrator • Adobe Photoshop Adobe Premiere Pro • Blender 💡 Why Clients Work With Me ✔ Clear, structured storytelling for complex products ✔ Clean, modern animation style tailored for SaaS ✔ Strong focus on clarity, flow, and user engagement ✔ Reliable communication and on-time delivery If you need high-quality animation to showcase your product, I’d love to help.

  • Animated Cartoon
  • Comics
  • Illustration
  • 3D Animation
  • 2D Animation
  • Animated Explainer
  • Explainer Video
  • Demo Video
  • Product Video
  • Whiteboard Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Motion Design
  • Video Editing
  • Video Production
  • Cartoon Animation
  • Animal Illustration
  • Storyboarding
  • Children's Book Illustration
Muhammad U.

Saint Paris, Ohio

$40/hr
4.8
123 jobs

This mirrors the successful pattern of top freelancers. It leads with your highest-value skills: "2D Animator" and "Comic Artist." It also includes "Graphic Designer" and "Illustration Expert" to capture broader design searches. Clients searching for "comic artist," "2D animator," and "illustrator" will find you immediately. 2D animator, comic artist, and graphic designer with 100+ projects delivered and 100% Job Success on Upwork. I bring stories, characters, and brands to life through animation, illustration, and clean visual design. I don't just make things look nice. I ask the right questions first: Who is your audience? What is the message? Where will this be used? Then I design with purpose, so every detail works toward a real result. I've spent the last decade helping authors, businesses, and creators turn their ideas into engaging visuals that connect with audiences and communicate clearly. COMIC ART & ILLUSTRATION • Comic book illustration, coloring, and full book production • Character design and development • Children's book illustration and storyboarding • Custom illustration and digital art 2D ANIMATION & MOTION • Explainer videos and animated infographics • Logo animation and branded intros/outros • Whiteboard animation and character animation • Social media video and motion graphics GRAPHIC DESIGN & BRANDING • Brand identity, logos, and brand guidelines • Book covers and interior layout (print and KDP-ready) • Brochures, flyers, posters, and packaging • Infographics, presentations, and pitch decks • Social media graphics and marketing collateral WHAT YOU GET • Designs tailored to your audience, goal, and platform • Clean layouts with clear visual hierarchy • Print-ready and digital files (AI, PSD, INDD, PDF, PNG, SVG) • Multiple revision rounds to get it exactly right • Fast, clear communication and realistic timelines • 100% ownership and copyright of final files WHY CLIENTS KEEP COMING BACK 100+ completed projects. 100% Job Success Score. Top Rated on Upwork. 0 to 4 hour average response time. Most recent project: a full comic book illustration ($900, 5-star review) where the client said "Very professional. Umer is a great up and coming artist." Available for one-off projects and monthly retainers. If you need a designer who can bring your ideas to life through animation, illustration, or graphic design, send me a message. Tell me about your project and I will show you exactly how I would approach it. Tools: Adobe After Effects, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Canva, Figma

  • Comic Art
  • Character Design
  • Illustration
  • 2D Animation
  • Motion Graphics
  • Explainer Video
  • Logo Animation
  • Storyboarding
  • Children's Book Illustration
  • Graphic Design
  • Logo Design
  • Brand Identity
  • Book Cover Design
  • Brochure Design
  • Infographic
  • Print Design
  • Packaging Design
  • Flyer Design
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Illustrator

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