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Cameron W.

Polokwane, South Africa

$20/hr
4.9
20 jobs

Here's what I can do for you: - Digital/Traditional Illustrations - Concept Art (Environmental/Character) - Children's Books + Cartoons - Comic Art *My digital skills are all executed with Adobe Photoshop. I'd love to embark on this journey with you in creating your vision!

  • Digital Art
  • Concept Artistry
  • Digital Illustration
  • Freehand Digital Illustration
  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Editorial Illustration
  • 2D Illustration
  • Children's Book Illustration
  • 2D Art
  • Poster Design
  • Editorial Design
  • Illustration
  • Comic Art
Cherise L.

Dullstroom, South Africa

$15/hr
4.9
11 jobs

If you want quality over quantity, I’m the artist for you. I’m a versatile digital illustrator specialising in comic art, digital illustration, manga and clean expressive linework, with a strong passion for storytelling and visual emotion. I create artwork that feels thoughtful, engaging, and professionally polished whether it’s comic pages, book covers, landscapes, or full illustrated books. I’ve produced complete comic projects, cover designs, and Amazon KDP books from scratch, always focusing on strong composition, clarity, and detail. I take pride in delivering high-quality, original artwork and collaborating closely to bring ideas to life. If you’re looking for an artist who cares deeply about craft, creativity, and detail, let’s work together.

  • Digital Art
  • Illustration
  • Character Illustration
  • Comic Art
  • NFT
  • Writing
  • Procreate
Nkosi N.

Durban, South Africa

$7/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Here's what Nkosi can do for you: - Graphic design 🎨 - Branding identity 💼 - Logo design 🧡 - Packaging design 📦 - UI/UX design 💻 - Flyers and Brochure design 📄 - Business card design 📇 - T-Shirt Design 👕 - Print and Web Layout Design 📰🌐 - Edit any PDF, add, remove, and change text, and more 📝 With Canva Pro at his fingertips, Nkosi harnesses the power of: - Over 610,000 template designs 📋 - A vast library of 100+ million images, videos, and audio files 📸🎥🎶 - The ability to translate designs into over 2,000 languages 🗣️🌍 - The creation of editable templates 📊 Nkosi's graphic wizardry doesn't stop there. He excels in photo manipulation, offering services such as: - Uncropping your photos to fit any image format 🖼️ - Removing objects, people, text, and defects with seamless precision 🚫✍️ - Extracting the main subject from an image with incredible accuracy 🔍 - Upscaling images by 2x to a remarkable 16x super quality 🔍✨ - Removing text from any image 📜✂️ - Replacing a grey sky with a vivid blue one in a snap ☁️🌞 Nkosi is more than just a Graphic Designer; he's a creative powerhouse and a Canva Pro Specialist with a passion for crafting visually stunning designs. With an extensive background in digital marketing, he brings a deep understanding of online strategies, from SEO and content marketing to email campaigns and social media. Nkosi's remarkable track record in boosting online presence and driving lead generation speaks volumes about his expertise. 💼📈 For almost a decade, Nkosi has immersed himself in the art of graphic design, and it's not just a profession for him; it's a calling. Backed by proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, he expertly navigates tools like XD and Figma, creating web assets in Illustrator that seamlessly align with brand strategies. 🖌️💻 As a Canva specialist, he transforms your creative visions into tangible reality with dazzling graphics. With his Canva Pro subscription, he has access to a treasure trove of over 10,000 unique and up-to-date graphics, ensuring your designs are not only visually appealing but also right on trend. Nkosi takes your message to a global audience by translating designs into over 100 languages, making sure it resonates universally. His design prowess spans across digital, print, media, and publication, enabling your brand to shine effortlessly across various platforms. What's more, Nkosi is committed to delivering your projects with unwavering dedication, ensuring your deadlines are always met. 🌎🚀 Nkosi wields a diverse arsenal of tools, including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe XD, and the game-changing Canva Pro. With his skills, passion, and ability to turn your vision into a visual masterpiece, Nkosi is your go-to expert for all things graphic design. 💪🎨🚀

  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Canva
  • Shopify Website Design
  • Set Up Shopify Site
  • Presentation Design
  • Corporate Brand Identity
  • T-Shirt Design
  • Logo Design
  • WordPress Website Design
  • Branding
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Photo Editing
  • Flyer Design
  • WordPress Bug Fix
Mikyle M.

Durban, South Africa

$10/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I'm a graphic designer with a passion for brutalism—bold, raw, and unapologetically striking visuals that cut through the noise. I specialize in poster design, short-form video content for TikTok, and 2D motion graphics using After Effects. Whether you're after high-impact visuals or attention-grabbing edits, I bring an edgy, modern aesthetic to every project. I also offer video editing services, creating seamless, engaging content for brands, creators, and campaigns. My work is perfect for clients looking to stand out with a distinctive, minimalist-yet-loud visual identity. Let’s build something that doesn’t just blend in—let’s make it stand out. Skills: Graphic Design Brutalist visual style Poster design Typography and layout Video Production Short-form content creation (TikTok, Reels, Shorts) Video editing (cuts, transitions, audio syncing) Color grading and motion pacing Motion Graphics 2D animations in Adobe After Effects Kinetic typography Visual effects and compositing Software Proficiency Adobe After Effects Adobe Premiere Pro Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator

  • Graphic Design
  • Poster Design
  • YouTube Shorts
  • Instagram Reels
  • TikTok
  • 2D Animation
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Video Editing
  • YouTube Thumbnail
  • Cover Art
Chloe B.

Table View, South Africa

$24/hr
5.0
21 jobs

Hi! I am a digital artist and illustrator from Cape Town, South Africa. I have experience designing and illustrating characters for tabletop RPGs, as well as several years experience in the Adobe suite. I have over 8 years of experiencing working in photoshop, and 4 years of experience in Aseprite I can edit and retouch photo's as well as composite photos together. I also have experience in background illustration, pixel art and traditional art. I also have a background in programming as well as excellent computer skills and understanding of computer hardware and systems. My skills are: - Photo editing - Photo retouching - Photo compositing - Character design - Environment Design - Design for printmaking - Illustration - Pixel Art

  • Digital Art
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Illustration
  • Printmaking
  • Character Design
  • Drawing
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Photo Editing
  • Pixel Art
  • Game Background & Environment
  • Photo Retouching
Marc P.

Cape Town, South Africa

$35/hr
5.0
60 jobs

You'd love to have amazing art on your product, but you're having trouble finding it? We're talking about card games, board games, comics, book covers, Illustrations, concept art, and album art that grab your customers' attention with stunning visuals and premium quality, leaving them eager to own your product and come back for more! ⭐ Here's what I bring to a project ⭐ ✅ Top-notch experience in most versions of Digital Illustrations and Graphics ✅ Extensive experience working with Fantasy, Sci-fi, and dark-themed aesthetics, card designs, Album Covers. ✅ Expert understanding of developing and creating products for Digital and Practical mediums. ✅ Ability to quickly diagnose issues within artworks or workflow for the client and their needs. ✅ Expert ability in designing in Adobe Photoshop, Krita, and Adobe Illustrator. ✅ 24/7 ultra-reliable communication: You will always be aware of the project status ✅ Someone who cares about helping you succeed and bringing value to your business ⭐ Why you should choose me over other freelancers ⭐ ✅ Client Reviews: I focus on providing value to all of my clients and earning their TRUST. ✅ Over-delivering: This is core to my work as a freelancer. My focus is on giving more than what I expect to receive. ✅ Responsiveness: being extremely responsive and keeping all lines of communication readily open with my clients. ✅ Kindness: one of the main aspects of my life that I implement in every facet. Treating everyone with respect, understanding all situations with empathy, and genuinely wanting to improve my client's situations. ⭐ Let's connect today to take your project to the next level and watch it thrive like never before!⭐

  • Graphic Design
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Creature Design
  • Art & Design
  • Illustration
  • 2D Illustration
  • 2D Game Art
  • Card Game
  • Board Game
  • Fantasy
  • Character Illustration
  • Character Design
  • Game Design
  • Game Art
  • Science Fiction
  • AI Image Editing
  • Cartoon Art
  • Comic Art
  • Image Editing

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