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Phi D.

Da Nang, Vietnam

$28/hr
4.3
245 jobs

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 𝐓𝐨𝐩 3 % 𝐨𝐧 𝐔𝐩𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 🎖️ Top Rated Plus Illustrator 📌 ~200 delivered projects ✔ 9+ years of experience With years of experience and being in the 3% Top Rated Plus of Upwork freelancers. - I work with everything related to illustration, cartooning, comics, concept art, game design, character design, storyboarding, printings, mascots, etc. I have extensive experience working with book, movie, and game publishers and clients. With themes like sci-fi, cyberpunk, steampunk, fantasy, mystical, and modern... -Implemented, updated, and discussed regularly with the customer to keep the project on schedule and quality. Most of the clients are satisfied with the end result as I also provide multiple modifications to the product for the best results. -I'd love to learn about the ideas you have to create great artwork. Thanks for coming here and reading. --------------------------------------------

  • Cartoon Art
  • Digital Art
  • Comic Art
  • Manga
  • Digital Painting
  • 2D Art
  • Comics
  • Character Design
  • Game Art
  • Illustration
  • Book Illustration
  • Drawing
  • Game Asset
  • Game UI/UX Design
  • Children's Book Illustration
Yehor D.

Odessa, Ukraine

$39/hr
5.0
29 jobs

Specialized in custom AI pipelines: character LoRAs, virtual try-on systems, and identity-preservation engines. Built for AI influencers, startups, YouTube creators, and brands that need consistency across thousands of frames — not generic tools that break on the hard cases. Perfect 5.0 rating across every closed project, 30+ production LoRAs deployed, full handover of files and workflows so you fully own what I build. 🚀 CORE SERVICES ● AI Influencer & Character Engines — full identity + style + scene pipeline. Consistent character across thousands of frames, multiple poses, lighting setups, and editorial scenes. ● Virtual Try-On Pipelines — photo-real garment swap for bridal, fashion, and e-commerce. Custom-built, preserves lace, 3D appliqué, sheer mesh, and accessories where IDM-VTON or CatVTON break. ● Custom Character & Style LoRAs — trained for AI influencers, animation studios, and illustrators wanting their drawing style replicated at production scale. ● ComfyUI Pipelines: Advanced workflows using IP-Adapter,Redux,ControlNet, PuLID. 🛠️ TECHNICAL STACK (depth across the stack, picked per project) ● Diffusion: Flux Klein, Flux.dev, Qwen Image 2512, Z-Image, SDXL, ● Identity / Character/ Style: native LoRA training, Flux, Qwen, Wan, Z-Image and ect. ● Video: Wan 2.2, LTX-V2,Seedance 2.0,Kling ● LLM / VLM: Qwen2.5-VL, Qwen3-VL, Florence-2 ● Segmentation: SAM3, Grounded-SAM ● Training: ai-toolkit, kohya ● Face-aware 4K upscale + restoration chains 💡 THE EDGE 6 years as a professional tattoo artist before AI. The hand-drawn anatomy training catches AI glitches in hands, limbs, faces, and proportions that most pure-engineer freelancers miss. Production-grade identity preservation, not approximations. 🖌️ PREMIUM TATTOO (BY REQUEST) Selective custom tattoo work for $300+ projects only. Studio-quality designs, anatomy-correct, stencil-ready output. Not my main service — but the door is open if you've seen my tattoo portfolio and want a piece. WHAT YOU GET Final .safetensors files, ComfyUI workflows, and full documentation — yours to run on your own infrastructure. No model lock-in, no recurring license fees. Production-ready from day one.

  • Generative AI
  • Stable Diffusion
  • Machine Learning
  • Automated Workflow
  • AI Image Generation
  • Character Design
  • Generative AI Prompt Engineering
  • AI Text-to-Image
  • AI Video Generation
  • LoRa
  • Character Modeling
  • AI Content Creation
  • AI Image Editing
  • Art & Design
  • Tattoo Design
  • Tattoo
  • Design Concept
  • Illustration
  • AI-Generated Art
  • AI Model Training
Emil G.

Tomaszow Mazowiecki, Poland

$37/hr
5.0
62 jobs

I’m a Fine Arts graduate with 13+ years of experience as a Concept Artist, Illustrator, and Game UI Designer. My work spans projects such as Wheel of Time card game (Amazon/RedRift), Blitzpoker (Dan Bilzerian), Arcane Quest series (NexGame Studios) and collaborations with countless international game studios, magazines, and animation teams. I specialize in: 🎨 Fantasy & Sci-Fi Illustration 🌌 Matte Painting & Environments 👤 Character Concept Design 🎮 Game Art & User Interface Design I combine creativity with reliability, fast-paced working, delivering high-quality visuals that tell stories and captivate audiences. If you’re looking for a versatile artist who can bring bold ideas to life, let’s collaborate!

  • Concept Artistry
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • 2D Art
  • Character Design
  • Illustration
  • Science Fiction
  • Game Asset
  • Character Illustration
  • Game Art
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Drawing
  • Cartoon Art
  • Comic Art
  • Environmental Design
  • Game UI/UX Design
Bojan R.

Zagreb, Croatia

$45/hr
5.0
129 jobs

Experienced concept artist and illustrator with a flair for gaming and more! With exceptional hand-drawing skills, fast responsiveness and meticulously executed feedbacks. As a seasoned concept artist and illustrator immersed in the dynamic realm of art, I bring to the table a fusion of artistic talent, creative vision and a profound understanding for your needs. With a passion for bringing immersive worlds to life, I specialize in translating ideas into captivating visual representations. Key Skills and Expertise: * Conceptualization: proficient in translating abstract ideas and narratives into visually stunning concepts, I excel in creating characters, environments and props, that align seamlessly with the overarching vision of the project. * Visual Development: leveraging a diverse range of artistic styles and techniques, I possess a keen eye for detail and aesthetics, enabling me to craft compelling visuals that evoke emotion and intrigue. * Collaborative Approach: with a strong foundation in communication and teamwork, I thrive in collaborative environments where I can brainstorm ideas, iterate designs, and incorporate feedback from multidisciplinary teams to refine and enhance the creative vision of the project. * Technical Proficiency: equipped with proficiency in industry-standard software such as Adobe Photoshop, I am adept at utilizing digital tools to streamline the concept art or illustration and deliver high-quality assets within tight deadlines. * Adaptability and Innovation: I possess a proactive mindset towards experimentation and innovation, constantly pushing the boundaries of creativity to deliver fresh and innovative concepts that captivate audiences and set new standards for excellence. Experience Highlights: Contributed to the visual development for some of the biggest gaming companies in the world, collaborating closely with art directors, game designers, and fellow artists to create cohesive and visually stunning gaming experiences. Developed concept art and illustration for diverse genres ranging from fantasy and sci-fi, horror and steampunk to cartoony or stylized and demonstrating versatility and adaptability in catering to the unique requirements of each project. Please check a quick brief of my portfolio highlights. Let's Connect: If you're seeking a passionate and versatile artist to breathe life into your project, I'd love to discuss how my skills and experience align with your vision. Let's collaborate and embark on an exciting art journey!

  • Concept Artistry
  • Illustration
  • Storyboarding
  • Hand-Drawn Style
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Character Design
  • Drawing
  • Book Illustration
  • Game Background & Environment
  • 2D Game Art
  • Sketching
  • Graphic Design
  • 2D Drawing
  • Digital Illustration
Lobna O.

New Cairo, Egypt

$35/hr
5.0
20 jobs

Hello! My name is Lobna and I’m a 2D illustrator and Concept Artist focused on creating clear, engaging visuals for games, books, and creative projects. My work emphasizes strong silhouettes, thoughtful color, and designs that communicate ideas quickly. I offer character design, environment concepts, visual development, and finished illustrations. I provide clean, high-resolution, layered files and value clear communication, practical feedback, and reliable deadlines. My goal is to deliver artwork that’s not only visually strong, but easy to use in production. For Any Inquiries You Can Leave a Message!

  • Concept Artistry
  • Drawing
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Illustration
  • Comic Art
  • Children's Book Illustration
  • 2D Art
  • 2D Drawing
  • Concept Design
  • Sketch
  • Sketching
  • 2D Game Art
Joze G.

Winchester, United Kingdom

$30/hr
5.0
58 jobs

Hello, Thank you for visiting my Upwork profile. My name is Joze, and I'm an experienced illustrator and concept artist working on a wide range of projects, from book illustrations to board game and video game imagery. I graduated from Faculty of Architecture, University of Ljubljana and I worked the first 10 years as an architect. Finally my love for illustration won so I decided to change careers and follow my passion. Since then, I had the opportunity to work on various projects, big and small, from privately commissioned illustrations to larger scale projects for clients all over the world. I am easy to work with and know how crucial communication is in this line of business. I take a very collaborative approach to all design tasks and I always strive to deliver illustrations that exceed my client's expectations Should you be interested in working with me, don't hesitate to send me a note.

  • Game Art
  • Illustration
  • Card Game
  • Logo Design
  • 2D Game Art
  • 2D Art
  • 2D Illustration
  • Game Background & Environment
  • Drawing
  • Board Game
  • Book Cover
  • Fantasy
  • Science Fiction
  • Concept Design
  • 2D Landscape Drawing

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