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Kings County, New York
I provide dynamic and informative art that serves your story and sells your product. My services include instruction manuals, ad illustrations, political cartoons, commercial storyboards, pitch decks, and comics. Efficiency, strong composition, flexibility, and attention to detail are my keys to creating effective and interesting illustrations. Illustrator/writer of Create Your Own Graphic Novel: A Guide For Kids, Sequential Artist for Givt Inc., Pilot44, Cat Crack Catnip, CreateTheRemarkable, Lead For America, Tage, Gush, Kaotica Corp, Forge Apollo, Chubb Insurance, and Pronto Comics, and lead artist on the FiveMics Trading Card Game. I provide instruction manual design, vector artwork, presentation boards, product concept design, and visual facilitation across a variety of fields, from trading card games to sound engineering to vacation advertising. 2D NFT Generative Art Projects on Ethereum and Solana: GoldenPups | Bballers Club | Ethside Mafia | Minimiracles, plus marketing comics, twitter banners, web imagery. SVA graduate with a Bachelor's of Fine Arts in Cartooning.
- Illustration
- Adobe Illustrator
- Sketching
- 2D Illustration
- Vector Art
- Infographic
- Caricature
- Cartoon Art
- Inking
- Storyboarding
- Visual Communication
- Adobe Photoshop
- NFT Art
- Comic Art
- Instruction Manual
Amherst, New York
Hi, I'm Sehar, a professional illustrator with 8+ years of experience creating high-quality story-driven artwork for authors, publishers, and creative brands worldwide. I specialize in visual storytelling through expressive characters, strong composition, and clear narrative flow. My focus is on creating illustrations that are both emotionally engaging and ready for professional print and publishing use. My work includes children’s books, book covers, comics, editorial illustration, and custom projects, always delivered with consistency, clarity, and attention to detail. What I Can Help You With: • Children's Book Illustration • Book Cover Illustration • Character-Based Illustration • Comic Art & Sequential Storytelling • Storyboarding & Scene Planning • Editorial Illustration • Mascot & Character Artwork • Concept Art & Visual Development • Background & Environment Illustration • Custom Digital Illustrations • Vector Illustration (Clean, Scalable Artwork for Print & Digital Use) • Amazon KDP & Self-Publishing Support • Print-Ready Publishing Files • Illustration in All Styles (Realistic, Cartoon, Stylized, Watercolor, Line Art, Semi-Realistic, Fantasy, Vector etc.) • Versatile Illustration Services for Books, Comics, Branding, and Creative Projects My work focuses on visual storytelling, not just illustration. I ensure: Strong character expressions and consistency across pages Artwork that supports narrative pacing and emotional clarity A cohesive art style aligned with the story’s tone and audience My Process: • Understanding your story, idea, and goals • Developing visual concepts and style direction • Creating sketches and composition layouts • Producing final polished illustrations • Delivering print-ready and digital-ready files I work best on projects where illustration plays a key role in storytelling and audience engagement rather than just decoration.I believe clear communication and structured workflow lead to the best creative results. If you're looking for a reliable illustrator who can bring your ideas to life with professional quality and creative depth, feel free to get in touch. #ChildrenBookIllustration #BookCoverDesign #AmazonKDP #IngramSpark #ComicBookArt #WatercolorIllustration #MascotDesign #CharacterDesign #BackgroundArt #Storyboard #CustomIllustrations #PrintReady #IllustrationsExpert #DigitalPainting #TraditionalArt #VisualStorytelling #PublishingDesign #ProcreateArt #AdobePhotoshop #AdobeIllustrator #AdobeInDesign #Fresco #CanvaDesign #ConceptArt #DigitalIllustration #VectorArt #LineArt #2DIllustration #Fantasy #BookLayout
- Illustration
- Adobe Illustrator
- Sketching
- 2D Illustration
- Freestyle Drawing
- Book
- Storybook
- Book Cover
- Book Cover Design
- Vector Art
- Children's Book Illustration
- Storyboard
- Character Design
- Ebook Design
Richmond County, New York
I am a professional animator with eight years of industry experience. Traditional-style art, commercial or experimental animation, all this I can do and I can do it well. I have been illustrating children's books for almost ten years now. I am pretty good at that, too.
- Illustration
- Adobe Illustrator
- Character Design
- Vector Art
- Children's Book Illustration
- Digital Art
- Animation
- Adobe Photoshop
- Vector Graphic
- Digital Design
- Comic Art
- Toon Boom Harmony
- Computer Animation
- Adobe Premiere Elements
- Manga
- Spine 2D
Buffalo, New York
"Working with Patricia was the best experience in my two years on Upwork. Her quality of work and communication skills are nothing short of superb. Every aspect of my project was addressed and many ideas created by Patricia herself. She is extremely creative and gifted. I owe much of my business success to her. I cannot recommend any higher." "Patricia brought my project to life! Excellent communication. 100% on schedule. Highly recommend. Will definitely work with Patricia again in the future!" The above is just a glimpse into feedback from my clients and the experience I provide for them. I do this work because I love it. I will always get back to you the same day. I try to get back to you within minutes of a request. I work evenings, weekends, and overnight to accommodate tight schedules. My job is to make the completion of your project as easy and pleasant as possible. My motto is "The job is done when you love it." I am your one stop shop for any kind of 2D animation. A music video I animated won "Best Animation" in the Golden Harvest Film Festival in Tokyo and another was a semi-finalist for Best Music Video in the LA Independent Women Film Awards. I work in Adobe Animate, After Effect, Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator and Character Animator. I have my BFA in Fine Art, and although I primarily do animation now, I started out as an illustrator and graphic designer. My first job was doing photo-editing and trade show graphics. So, if you find your company needs photo-editing, design or illustration, I can help you with that as well. I am also a professional musician. I use Adobe Audition to edit my audio tracks. I compose, record, and perform, so if you need music added or audio edited for your animation, I do that as well. I have done corporate and tech company animations, infographic animations, Youtube intro animations, Facebook, Instagram and Google Chrome GIF and html/js animations, animated logos, photorealism animations, and cartoon animations. If you want it animated, you've come to the right place. I hope to have the opportunity to work with you on your next project.
- Adobe Illustrator
- Animation
- 2D Animation
- Motion Graphics
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Photoshop
- Digital Illustration
- Photo Retouching
- Trailer
- Music Video
- Graphic Design
- Facebook Advertising
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Social Media Ad Campaign
- Photo Editing
- YouTube
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Photoshop Elements
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Toon Boom Harmony
Albany, New York
I’m an editorial and infographic designer with 15+ years of experience creating clear, thoughtful design systems for organizations working with complex content. With a Master's in Graphic Design & Digital Media, along with a focus on Design Psychology, every project is approached uniquely, shaped by brand, audience, and user experience, not templates or trends. My focus isn’t on producing “another design deliverable.” It’s on effectiveness. Whether it’s an annual report, magazine, or data-heavy publication, I work closely with clients from the outset to ensure we share the same goals, audience understanding, and strategic direction. I’m known for being collaborative, detail-oriented, and reliable, especially on projects that require structure, consistency, and careful thinking across many pages. 🔴 Credentials — Upwork Expert-Vetted (Top 1% on Upwork) — 15+ years of experience across medical, education, sustainability, social justice, and corporate sectors — National award-winning print and infographic design — Clients include Logitech, PayPal, Yale University, Amazon, Siemens, and New York University 🔴 Project Types Magazines, annual reports, sustainability and impact reports, ebooks, manuals, lead magnets, cookbooks, infographics, data visualizations, and custom illustration systems built specifically for information design. If you’re not entirely sure what you need yet, I’m happy to talk it through and help define the right approach. 🔴 Tools InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe XD, After Effects, Framer, Figma, Sketch, and more.
- Adobe Illustrator
- Print Design
- Infographic
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe XD
- Magazine
- Editorial Design
- Magazine Layout
- Annual Report
- Art Direction
- Creative Strategy
- Creative Direction
- Storytelling
Kings County, New York
Hi, I'm Haroon, a Brand Identity and UI/UX Designer with 5 years of hands-on experience helping businesses turn their vision into visual assets that actually perform. I don't just make things look good, I design with purpose. Whether you're a startup building credibility from scratch or an established business refining your presence, I create brand identities, marketing materials, and digital experiences that communicate clearly, build trust, and drive results. What I Bring to Your Project: Complete Brand Identity: Logo design, brand guidelines, corporate stationery, and cohesive visual systems that keep your brand consistent everywhere. Marketing & Sales Collateral: Pitch decks, sales presentations, brochures (bi-fold & tri-fold), banners, email signatures, and print-ready materials designed to persuade. Digital & Social Media Graphics: Scroll-stopping visuals optimized for engagement across all platforms. UI/UX & Application Design: Clean, intuitive interfaces and user flows for apps and digital products. Packaging & E-Commerce Design: Shelf-ready packaging and Amazon A+ content that converts browsers into buyers. Book & Publication Design: Professional covers for corporate publications and children's books that capture attention. I work with Figma, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, XD, CorelDRAW, and Canva, choosing the right tool for your specific project needs. I take ownership of every project, communicate clearly, and respect your deadlines. My goal is simple: to deliver design that doesn't just sit in your folder, but actively works for your business. Ready to build something that looks professional and performs even better? Send me a message and let's discuss your project.
- Adobe Illustrator
- Brand Identity Design
- Logo Design
- Brand Guidelines
- Brand Strategy
- Graphic Design
- Presentation Design
- Print Design
- Label & Packaging Design
- Social Media Design
- Book Cover Design
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
- Figma
- Canva
- Infographic
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