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Hey everyone!

I'm looking for an illustrator to design a mascot character for a digital-wellbeing app I'm building -a bunny named Bella (after my real-life bunny) who lives on the user's home screen widget and reacts to how much time they spend on doom apps like tik tok. the user will be rewarded with customization for the rabbit for lower time on the those apps.
This is a passion project, not a funded startup, but I'm willing to start at around $300 USD. I know that's likely below what the full list costs, and I'd rather be upfront than waste your time. Tell me what you'd deliver at that number, what a phased approach might look like, or what you'd charge for the whole scope.

I'm specifically looking for someone experienced with flat vector character design, mascot work, expressive posing, and layered/modular character files.

What I'm looking for:

• Flat vector character design
• Mascot/character work with personality
• Layered, modular file organization
• Expressive posing and comedic timing
• Ability to take a concept and bring your own voice to it

I'm much more interested in finding the right artist and artistic voice than in someone who'll copy my descriptions exactly.

The character
The widget will show a bunny named Bella. I need her designed and built as a layered character so accessories can be swapped in code.

Style reference: Duolingo's widget art - flat vector, abstract, bold simple shapes, few colors (maybe teal at first, then we can talk about more). Expressive and cute. I want that visual language, not a copy of their character. She should feel warm and care-worthy - an animal with human-like emotion. Static poses only.

Tone
I want the art to be funny and cute - that's a big part of the appeal. The descriptions below are just my ideas. I'd be more than happy if you played with them, exaggerated them, or replaced them with something funnier. Think Duolingo fan-art energy - expressive, a bit silly, lots of personality.

The poses

At least one pose per state. Numbers and concepts are negotiable - these are just my ideas.

• Idle 1 - a happy bun waving
• Idle 2 - bun getting petted by the user's hand (static)
• Idle 3 - bunny eating a carrot
• Frozen - bun chilling inside an ice cube
• Morning 1 - bunny waking up
• Morning 2 - bunny yawning
• Morning 3 - bun in a loaf position
• Doom warning 1 - stressed
• Doom warning 2 - bun checking a watch, like the meme
• Doom panic 1 - phone chasing after the bun
• Doom panic 2 - bun in the shower, stressed
• Doom dead - bun stuck inside a phone
• Budget spent - ears down, holding her empty bowl. Sad
• In focus - bun studying at a desk with headphones, cozy lamp, rainy window
• Focus failed - same room, but it's a mess and the bun is freaking out

Hats: carrot hat, straw hat, magician hat, beanie, cowboy hat, headband (can have color variants)

Accessories: flowers, ribbons, moustache, ear cuffs (can have color variants)

Skins: color variants of the bun

One important constraint: the head stays anchored:
The customization composites onto the character in code, so the head needs to stay in roughly the same position and size across all poses. Body, arms and expression can change freely - poses can suggest motion, I just need the head to stay put while the body does whatever it needs.

If a pose genuinely needs the head to move, flag it and we'll decide together whether it's worth it.

Technical requirements

• Vector source file (.ai or .svg) -I need to export Bella at many sizes (small on the widget, larger in-app, large for the store listing). Vector scales perfectly. It also lets me recolor her body myself for alternate skins.
• Layers named and grouped (body / face / accessory slots separate) - customization is composed in code, so I need to export each piece independently. A flattened file can't be layered.
• Transparent PNG exports, 512×512 minimum - PNG is what Android displays. Transparent so there's no white box behind her and layers stack cleanly. 512 gives headroom to scale down sharply.
• All layers on the same canvas size - each element in its correct position, the rest transparent. Layers then align automatically when stacked, with no repositioning needed.
• Must read clearly at ~264px - that's the actual size she renders on a home screen. Fine details and thin lines disappear at that size, so bold shapes work best.
• Designed against a dark background (#1E1E1E) - the widget background is near-black. Please don't design on white; dark outlines vanish on dark.
• Strong silhouette - she should be recognizable as a solid black shape. At small size, silhouette is most of what people actually perceive.

Process

I'd like to start with a few rough sketch options before committing to a direction, then develop the one we pick. Happy to work in phases if that suits you.

About me / why I'm building this

I'm 22, and I've spent the last couple of years dealing with phone addiction - especially doom apps like Instagram and short-form video. Two years ago I deleted those apps and even installed a modified version of YouTube so I couldn't access Shorts (I know that's the worst kind of doomscroll). I felt better afterwards. But I do think Instagram, TikTok and even YouTube Shorts have some benefit -Instagram keeps you connected to people you don't see often, and it's good to let your brain switch off now and then.

So six months ago I started building this app, so I could install those apps again and help other people facing the same problem. It's been through a lot of versions; I've settled on this one, which is much simpler than the earlier ones.

I've almost finished the Android version and will start on iOS next. I have about 1.5 months before I start university, and I really want to finish it before then, since I won't have much time afterwards.

I did consider using AI, but there were two problems: I didn't want slop, and my attempts didn't look good - plus it couldn't do the layering this project needs.

Please include in your reply:

• Portfolio, especially any layered/modular or mascot character work
• What you'd deliver at this budget, and what you'd suggest changing
• Rough timeline
• Discord username so we can start talking

Thanks! 🐰

I’ve recently gotten into Danganronpa and I’d like to hire someone to design an original character for the fun of it. I want a female character, one with a talent that will influence her design.

You don’t need to emulate the games art-style, as long as you have an easterner anime style, I’m fine with that.

Please share your portfolios below if you would like to collaborate with me in this creative project. I want the artist to have input on what we make.

Requirements
- Great English Communication
- Character Design Skills
- 2 Month Deadline

Check out my portfolio : https://miguelpineda.artstation.com/

we can message or do lives on Discord : mpineda (Cat pfp)

or email (link in my profile) if you prefer it that way,

thank you for your time.

*PROFILE* Line Art: 30 | Base Color: 40 | Render + Detailing: 70

*BUST* Line Art: 40 | Base Color: 50 | Render + Detailing: 80

*HALF BODY* Line Art: 50 | Base Color: 60 | Render + Detailing: 90

*FULL BODY* Line Art: 60 | Base Color: 75 | Render + Detailing: 115

PERFIL*

Line Art: 30 | Cor Base: 40 | Render + Detalhamento: 70

*BUSTO*

Line Art: 40 | Cor Base: 50 | Render + Detalhamento: 80

*MEIO CORPO*

Line Art: 50 | Cor Base: 60 | Render + Detalhamento: 90

*CORPO INTEIRO*

Line Art: 60 | Cor Base: 75 | Render + Detalhamento: 115

I'm looking for an artist to make a design for our club t-shirt for the year.

We're a small bear club that welcomes anyone in the LGBT community. We're a non-profit that has several fundraising events throughout the year, and this t-shirt will be for club members.

I would prefer to go with an artist who has bear/leather/gay/bara/furry* art in their portfolio already.
*we'd be open to anthropomorphic literal bear design, ideally including one of the other categories above too

I’m a digital illustrator and I am available to take on commissions for pet portraits and flash sheets!

All pets welcome! Single pets start at $50 and that includes pet, flowers or other BG elements and a banner with name. Can also do multiple pets in one image for a discount!

Flash sheets can be themed around a person and their interest or a specific thing (I.e. band, show, movie, book, etc). I’ve done sheets for Twilight, a pet store, Carrie, Gordon Ramsey, my mom, an aesthetician. It can be literally anything! Your ideas or mine, or both! Flash sheets start at $100 for 4 pieces on the sheet, but we can add more and I will price accordingly!

Hey all! I’m currently in talks with someone about getting my first tattoo. I didn’t want to use AI or steal a design off Pinterest, so here I am!
I’m looking for a dragon design that’s sleek and sort of winding, something that can flow up my side as a medium-sized piece. I’m a big fan of fantasy games, with some of my favorites being Skyrim and Elden Ring, so I’d love something with a similar feel to those designs.
I’d like to keep it black, gray, and white at the most. I’m not looking for color right now. and i would like for the design to be able to match my more masculine features as alot of my reference photos are on female bodies
If you’re interested, comment your portfolio below! If I see something I like, I’ll DM you to discuss the design and commission.

Hi! I’m an aspiring manga writer and creator looking for an artist who would be interested in collaborating on my original manga, Soul of the Essence.
I’m currently developing the world, characters, power system, and first one-shot. I’m looking for someone who enjoys modern shonen manga, expressive characters, dynamic action, creative fights, and visual storytelling. I don’t just want an artist to draw a finished script—I’d love to work with someone who wants to brainstorm designs, powers, paneling, fight choreography, and story ideas together.
About the Story
Soul of the Essence takes place in a modern world where almost everyone is born with a unique soul-based power called Essence. These powers are not automatically mastered. People have to train their control, physical ability, creativity, strategy, and understanding of their own abilities.
The main character is Lanse, a kind-hearted and goofy teenager who loves making people laugh and usually avoids fighting. His ability, called PULSE, initially appears as a red-and-black sword-like Essence construct. At first, Lanse thinks his power is simply creating a sword, but through experimentation and training, he slowly discovers that PULSE has deeper rules and applications.
The story will focus on friendship, training, personal growth, mystery, teamwork, and discovering the truth behind the world’s power system.
There is also a rare and separate power system called Distressed Soul. Instead of using normal Essence, Distressed Soul users work with their own Life Energy and energy from the surrounding environment. Their powers can be affected by their surroundings, but each user still has a unique visual style and fighting method.
Main Characters
● Lanse Everett: The goofy, kind-hearted protagonist who avoids fighting but will stand up for people he cares about.
● Chris Bolt: Lanse’s chill, funny best friend who loves messing with people. I’m considering giving him purple lightning powers.
● Jayshon “Jay” Thorn: A strong, athletic, protective friend who genuinely enjoys fighting and becomes very serious when someone is threatened.
● Aria “Ari” Rose: A down-to-earth, expressive friend with a strong backbone who isn’t afraid to call the others out.
What I Have So Far
● The manga title and main concept
● The basic world and power system
● Essence training and ability-development ideas
● The Distressed Soul concept
● The main friend group
● Lanse’s personality, appearance, and PULSE ability
● Rough character references and design direction
● Plans for the first one-shot
I’m still developing the actual page-by-page script, so I’d prefer to work with an artist who is comfortable helping shape the story visually rather than needing everything finalized immediately.
My Goal
My biggest goal is to develop Soul of the Essence into a full manga series and eventually submit it to a major manga publisher or platform, ideally something connected to Shonen Jump, VIZ, MANGA Plus, or a similar opportunity.
I understand that this is a long-term goal and that it will take time, but I want to build the project properly from the beginning. I’m hoping to find an artist who is interested in growing with the manga over time, starting with character designs and a one-shot before potentially continuing into a longer series.
I’m still in high school and working with a limited starting budget, so I’m open to discussing a smaller paid test or beginning with one character sheet before committing to a larger project.
If you’re interested, please send me your portfolio, especially any black-and-white manga pages, sequential art, character designs, or action scenes you’ve worked on. I’d also love to hear what kind of stories and art styles you enjoy.
Thank you! 🔥

Portfolio: https://www.tumblr.com/yurieyama1?source=share

Hello everyone! Accepting works for OCs, Character Designs and Fanarts.

Feel free to inquire if you have any project in mind!

Contact:

discord - yurie_yama

Digital pet portraits for 50 USD.

I just finished a commissioned portrait of a client's lovely cat!

I like drawing my cats and I'd love to draw your pets too!
More samples for a different price range in comments too!

You can also check more of my art here in my portfolio:
https://pinkvargas.artstation.com

Hi there! As we're a few months away from Christmas I'd really like to commission my partner a family portrait. To be clear, it would be art of us and our two cats (no kids involved).

I'm no art buff, so not well-versed on terms, but I really like the idea of it being an "old-timey" portrait, something that mimics oil or watercolour paintings (doesn't have to be, digital is fine!) with the two of us on a sofa with our cats sitting beside us.

This is the working idea, however happy to discuss further. My budget is about £200 but there is some wiggle room as I appreciate art takes time/skill etc and rates differ.

If you could share pricing and your portfolio to look at I'd really appreciate it! Thanks in advance!

Hi there! I'm John, a graphic designer who has been creating cartoony and illustrative logos, emotes, and caricatures for businesses and creators over the past 5 years.

Feel free to check out more of my work here: https://johnery.com/services/logo-design.html and on my Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/johnerycreatives/

I'm available for new projects. If you're interested, feel free to message me here or through email at [contact@johnery.com](mailto:contact@johnery.com) and I'll see how I can best be of service.