A versatile professional illustrator specialising in romantasy and fantasy cover art, character design, and editorial illustration. Known for a rich, painterly style that blends vibrant detail with dark, immersive atmosphere, I create commercially strong work that connects emotionally with genre audiences. My client experience spans major entertainment and publishing brands. I offer services ranging from full book cover illustration and series branding to character development, world-building visuals, and print-ready digital deliverables in a variety of moody, stylised, and semi-realistic styles.

Obi Ifenna

A versatile professional illustrator specialising in romantasy and fantasy cover art, character design, and editorial illustration. Known for a rich, painterly style that blends vibrant detail with dark, immersive atmosphere, I create commercially strong work that connects emotionally with genre audiences. My client experience spans major entertainment and publishing brands. I offer services ranging from full book cover illustration and series branding to character development, world-building visuals, and print-ready digital deliverables in a variety of moody, stylised, and semi-realistic styles.

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A versatile professional illustrator specialising in romantasy and fantasy cover art, character design, and editorial illustration. Known for a rich, painterly style that blends vibrant detail with dark, immersive atmosphere, I create commercially strong work that connects emotionally with genre audiences.

My client experience spans major entertainment and publishing brands. I offer services ranging from full book cover illustration and series branding to character development, world-building visuals, and print-ready digital deliverables in a variety of moody, stylised, and semi-realistic styles.

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Language

English
Fluent
Igbo
Advanced

Work Experience

Illustrator at Disney
April 30, 2024 - July 13, 2025
Adjusted designs according to feedback from reviewers while maintaining a consistent artstyle across all illustrations. Prepared and designed rough draft illustrations to meet client specifications. Brainstormed with animation and design team to develop image ideas.
Illustrator at Disney
January 1, 2020 - November 4, 2025
Contributed to various animation projects, providing artistic direction and guidance. Collaborated with team members to ensure consistency in visual storytelling. Received positive feedback for creativity and innovation.
Freelance Illustrator at Self-Employed
February 1, 2018 - November 4, 2025
Worked with diverse clients to create original illustrations for various projects. Developed a strong portfolio showcasing my versatility in style and approach. Managed project timelines effectively to meet client expectations.
Illustrator at Freelance
February 1, 2018 - Present
Adjusted and corrected illustrations according to feedback from clients. Prepared and designed rough draft illustrations with the client's needs. Made sure the client was satisfied with the sketches before moving on to colours and finalising the illustration.

Education

Bsc at Federal University of Technology Owerri, Imo state
January 1, 2024 - November 30, 2024
Bachelor of Arts in Fine Arts at University of Lagos
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2018
Bsc in Petroleum Engineering at Federal University of Technology Owerri
January 1, 2020 - November 1, 2024

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education
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