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St-Mathias-sur-Richelieu, Qué, Canada
🔥TOP-RATED ILLUSTRATOR🔥 If you Give me a point of view and a clear description of the subject, and I will sketch it in a few hours, sometimes minutes. I am an illustrator and concept artist with expertise in architectural sketching, TV set design, and cinematic storyboarding. My work brings clarity, precision, and strong visual storytelling to projects in interior design, architecture, film, television, and live broadcast. Credits include feature films (Sin City, The Adventures of Sharkboy and Lavagirl) and TV broadcast design (Fox Sports). I excel at: ✔ Architectural & environmental sketches – fast, perspective-accurate, production-ready ✔ Set & stage visualization – clear designs for directors, production designers, and broadcast teams ✔ Dynamic layouts & camera perspectives – strong composition and cinematic impact ✔ Technical precision – scale, depth, and lensing that production crews can rely on Whether you need a set concept, environment sketch, or fast visual breakdown of a scene, I deliver professional-grade illustrations with speed and accuracy. I deliver promptly and accurately, checkout my Upwork profile for feedbacks. sonable deadline 📩 Message me to discuss your project, timeline, and rates. Let’s create something amazing!
- Concept Artistry
- Drawing
- Illustration
- Storyboarding
- Procreate
- Adobe Photoshop
- Comic Art
- Comics
- Manga
Toronto, Canada
Self-motivated, experienced concept artist & illustrator with 10+ years of industry experience and always looking for the next amazing project. Proficient with the latest tools and excellent 2D art skills and traditional technical knowledge for creative problem solving. An eye for mood, lighting, composition, attractive design and visual storytelling. I have a diverse background ranging from: Theme-parks, Video Games/VR to film and TV. An excellent team player with excellent communication skills and very personable to best understand the client’s vision. From the initial scribble to final concept design and illustration.
- Concept Artistry
- Concept Design
- Drawing
- Illustration
- Sketching
- Storyboarding
- 2D Illustration
- 2D Design & Drawings
- Digital Painting
- 2D Design
- Environmental Design
- Storyboard
- Matte Painting
- 2D Drawing
Ottawa, Canada
I’m a published, award-winning designer and illustrator with 10 years of experience in providing creative solutions for design problems. I have illustrated over 20+ books. My work has garnered international recognition, featured in several exhibitions worldwide including in the United States, Italy, Turkey, and China. I can help your book, blog or any other project stand out by creating unique illustrations to go with them. I understand what great visual storytelling can achieve and how important it is. Let's craft YOUR story together to create a meaningful experience for your audience and yourself. Let's make good art! ⚡️WHAT MY CLIENTS ARE SAYING ABOUT ME “I’m overjoyed that the world is learning what I’ve understood for years: Maheen Sana is a rock star designer and illustrator. Partnering with her as we developed my children’s books has been an absolute joy as her contributions were an inspiration of creativity to me. Keep doing what you do, Maheen!” - Matthew Gosselin, Author of "Stuck", “Beautiful Name” and “Tinko” ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "An absolute joy to work with! Next level creativity!" - DC Horn, Founder of XanCon Entertainment ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "I really enjoyed working with Maheen, wonderful personality and really brings a new element into illustrating both to brief and off brief. Not afraid to interpret and question which I really value in an illustrator. Would highly recommend and would happily work with her again on another project." - Abhimanyu Bose, Head of Creative at 1616 Media ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "Maheen is a professional!!! She did an amazing logo for me and was a great communicator. I had never used Upwork before and was pleasantly surprised by how great it was to use and will definitely recommend Maheen!" - Randi, Founder of Trixie Pixie Baby 🚀 SKILLS Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Adobe InDesign Adobe Xd Blender 3D ZBrush Procreate Figma 🙌 SERVICES Graphics for Digital Marketing: Social media posts, brochures Game Art: Character design, environment art, concept art Illustrations: Vector illustrations, children’s books, blogs, websites Layout Design: Magazines, editorials, ebooks UI Design: Websites and mobile applications Print Design: Posters, brochures, flyers Branding: Logo design, brand identity 3D Art: Sculptures and models
- Drawing
- Illustration
- Logo Design
- Adobe Illustrator
- T-Shirt Design
- Graphic Design
- Brochure
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
- Infographic
- Print Design
- Menu Design
- Children's Literature
- Photo Editing
- Ebook Design
- Web UI
- Book Cover
- Social Media Design
- Album Cover
- Branding
Toronto, Canada
(HE/HIM) Kumusta, I am Nino, a seasoned creative professional with an impressive 16 years of experience in the domain of visual storytelling and graphic design. My expertise spans a wide spectrum of skills, making me a versatile and accomplished contributor to creative projects. What I am good at: Character/Mascot Design: Brewing characters ranging from western to anime artstyle. Item, Armor and Props Design: Yes, I am a top tier magical blacksmith as well. Comic Book / Manga Illustration: I got you from draft to full completed colored pages. Art Direction: If you're lost and uncertain with the flow, I'll help you craft the right path. Logo Design: If you got a cool brand, I'll make it even cooler. Vector Art: Expect lines and shapes in detailed precision. Digital Painting/Illustration: From characters to intricate backgrounds. Experience Overview: Over the course of 16 years, I have collaborated on diverse projects, including digital illustration, mobile asset illustration, character conceptualization, concept pitch for anime series, and comic book/manga illustration. I've had the privilege of contributing to noteworthy projects, including collaborations with renowned authors like Max Brooks of "World War Z" fame and US Cyber Defense Agency commissioned comic books series "BUG BYTES" all accessible online. My proficiency in intricate artistic skills proudly secured for me the esteemed title of WACOM Philippines' Mangaka Idol in the distinguished year of 2012. Why hire me?: Creative Vision: I approach every project with a fresh and creative perspective, ensuring your visuals stand out. Reliable Professionalism: With years of experience, I bring a level of reliability and professionalism that clients trust. Collaborative Approach: Your vision is at the forefront. I work closely with clients to ensure their ideas are seamlessly translated into visuals. Let's Transform Ideas into Visual Masterpieces: Whether you're launching a brand, telling a story through comics, or need captivating illustrations, I am ready to contribute my skills and experience to your project's success. Let's get it on! Looking forward to the opportunity, Jose Nino Galenzoga
- Character Design
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- 2D Art
- Cartoon Character
- Comics
- Digital Illustration
- Comic Art
- 2D Game Art
Ottawa, Canada
🤗 Hello and welcome to my profile! 🎨 I'm an illustrator and graphic designer specializing in children's illustration and social media design. I am looking forward to hearing about your ideas and working together! My main projects at the moment are: ✨Social Media Design; ✨Seamless Pattern design; ✨Children's Book Illustration; ✨Vector Illustration (Cartoon/Kawaii Style). 💻I’ve been working as a freelancer for over 8 years and acting closely with more than 60 clients and helping them to grow your brand successfully, providing valuable, consistent and high-level creations. My other skills includes: ✔️ Character and Mascot design; ✔️ Coloring Books and Illustration for kids; ✔️ Design of activity games, Flash Cards, Learning Apps; ✔️ Greetings Cards design; ✔️ Banners, Business Card, Stickers; ✔️ Flyers, Leaflet, Invitations; ✔️ Labels, Catalogues, Menus and much more... My toolbox includes: ✨Adobe Photoshop ✨Adobe Illustrator ✨Adobe InDesign ✨Procreate Working with me you will receive: ✔️ Unique Illustrations; ✔️ High-quality and Detailed Designs; ✔️ Formats availables: jpeg, png, pdf, psd and eps. ❌ NO AI ❌ I do NOT work using AI in any way shape or form. 🚀Are you ready to bring your ideas to life? I am so let's connect! Send me a message and let’s craft something truly remarkable together.
- Cartoon Art
- Character Design
- Illustration
- 2D Illustration
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe Illustrator
- Vector Art
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Design
- Surface Design
- Pattern Illustration
- Children's Pattern
- Children's Clothing
- Children's Book Illustration
- Digital Illustration
Winnipeg, Canada
I’m a professional 2D/3D artist and graphic designer with over five years of experience across a wide array of design and illustration projects. My expertise includes illustration, concept art, character design, and sophisticated promotional graphics. I have advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator) and am currently enhancing my skills through a digital animation class. My diverse client portfolio includes both small businesses and prominent organizations such as Nosey, Loewe Verlag, and CNBC, for whom I’ve created concept art for book covers, character designs for games, and impactful promotional graphics. I’m passionate about transforming ideas into stunning visuals and thrive on collaboration. Let’s bring your vision to life!
- Concept Artistry
- Character Design
- Illustration
- Graphic Design
- Flyer Design
- Digital Art
- Painting
- Flyer
- Cartoon Character
- Digital Painting
- Digital Illustration
- Character Illustration
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