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Dean M.

Uvongo Beach, South Africa

$10/hr
5.0
3 jobs

"I've been working on digitally painting portraits for the past two five and it's been such an exciting journey! I've gained a deep understanding of the digital painting process and developed my unique style. This experience has allowed me to create portraits that capture the essence of my subjects in a way that traditional painting methods can't match. I'm always exploring new techniques to make my craft even better!"

  • Portrait Painting
  • Portrait Art
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Art & Design
  • 2D Art
  • Digital Art
  • Inkscape
Sebastiaan T.

Vredenburg, South Africa

$30/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Hi. I have been a professional artist and Illustrator for the past 10 years. I work in traditional mediums like pen and ink, watercolor and oil paints. My line of work has required me to occasionally do graphic design on softwares like Coral Draw and Photoshop. So I am quite familiar with it. I would love to partner with you on any project. I work well under pressure and meeting deadlines are my no 1 priority. I am open to negotiations and Im comfortable to try new things out and see how far I can push my artistic capabilities.

  • Portrait Painting
  • Pet Portrait
  • Portrait Art
  • Realistic Portrait
  • Illustration
  • Logo Design
  • Branding
  • Cartoon Art
  • Comics
  • Graphic Design
  • Graphic Novel
  • Drawing
  • Ink
Gita Shifra S.

Johannesburg, South Africa

$10/hr
5.0
2 jobs

As a versatile creative, I blend the precision of graphic design with the expressive depth of portrait artistry. Specialising in event design, I craft striking visuals using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator that captivates audiences and elevates experiences, whilst my portrait artworks in watercolour, graphite pencil, ballpoint pen, and charcoal reflects a deep understanding of form and emotion. With over a decade of experience, I am driven by an unwavering passion for growth, constantly refining my skill to push creative boundaries. Perfection and beauty are at the heart of everything that I create, ensuring each project is not only visually stunning, but leaves a lasting impression.

  • Portrait Art
  • Product Design
  • Illustration
  • Presentation Design
  • Invitation Design
  • Greeting Cards & Invitations
  • Flyer Design
  • Cards & Flyers
  • Charcoal Illustration
  • Pencil Illustration
  • Watercolor

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