Hi! I'm Dustin Murphy, an aspiring illustrator and sequential storyteller currently honing my skills in character design and visual narratives at the Academy of Art University. With a creative background that spans traditional and digital illustration, I strive to bring characters and stories to life in unique ways. I'm passionate about collaborating with writers to create compelling graphic novels, blending my artistic vision with their narratives to captivate audiences. In addition to my studies, I've undertaken various freelance projects, including logo and tattoo design. With a solid foundation in project management from my previous roles, I thrive in deadline-driven environments where I can merge creativity with professionalism. As I continue on my journey, I'm excited about the opportunities that lie ahead in comic publishing, animation, and game art.

Hi! I'm Dustin Murphy, an aspiring illustrator and sequential storyteller currently honing my skills in character design and visual narratives at the Academy of Art University. With a creative background that spans traditional and digital illustration, I strive to bring characters and stories to life in unique ways. I'm passionate about collaborating with writers to create compelling graphic novels, blending my artistic vision with their narratives to captivate audiences. In addition to my studies, I've undertaken various freelance projects, including logo and tattoo design. With a solid foundation in project management from my previous roles, I thrive in deadline-driven environments where I can merge creativity with professionalism. As I continue on my journey, I'm excited about the opportunities that lie ahead in comic publishing, animation, and game art.

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Hi! I’m Dustin Murphy, an aspiring illustrator and sequential storyteller currently honing my skills in character design and visual narratives at the Academy of Art University. With a creative background that spans traditional and digital illustration, I strive to bring characters and stories to life in unique ways. I’m passionate about collaborating with writers to create compelling graphic novels, blending my artistic vision with their narratives to captivate audiences.

In addition to my studies, I’ve undertaken various freelance projects, including logo and tattoo design. With a solid foundation in project management from my previous roles, I thrive in deadline-driven environments where I can merge creativity with professionalism. As I continue on my journey, I’m excited about the opportunities that lie ahead in comic publishing, animation, and game art.

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Work Experience

Freelance at Duzer's Art
November 1, 2023 - Present
Freelance Illustrator & Sequential Artist at Self-employed
January 1, 2023 - Present
Designed a commercial logo, created custom tattoo artwork, illustrated short comics for academic publication, and collaborated with independent writers to adapt original stories into graphic novels. Responsible for character design, visual development, and sequential page layout, executing workflow from pencil sketches to digital illustration.
Branch Operations Manager at WorldPAC
January 1, 2012 - Present
Lead operations and sales performance for a branch, managing accounting, inventory, logistics, and customer service. Trained and mentored staff, maintained deadlines and performance metrics. Recognized with the Drive for Excellence Award for outstanding performance.

Education

Illustration at Academy of Art University
September 1, 2022 - May 31, 2027
I've been taking two classes a semester. I'm a full time husband, father and i run an corporate business. I take my classes during my down time.
Associate of Arts in Illustration at Academy of Art University
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2027
Associate of Arts in Illustration at Academy of Art University
January 1, 2023 - May 1, 2027

Qualifications

Procreate
May 20, 2025 - May 20, 2025
Clip Sudio Paint
May 20, 2025 - May 20, 2025

Industry Experience

Other, Agriculture & Mining, Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education
    Where have they all gone?
    Editorial Illustration made for my Illustration Class.
    Johnson Family Tree
    I was asked to create a family tree that also showcased the important people in the clients life that he lost. tattoo art artist procreate
    Studying of materials
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    Canti
    This picture of Canti from the anime flcl was a special one for me. I designed and drew this for a very good friend of minethat's been with me through thick and thin. procreate graffiti clipstudiopaint
    Digital painting class
    My version of a female Naruto. clipstudiopaint classwork academyofartuniversity AAU
    Children's book
    This is a project in working on for my illustration class. I wanted to make an unconventional children's book. This a am image of a young girl with her imaginary friend that live in a funeral home and the help people crossover. academyofartuniversity AAU clipstudiopaint illustrator
    Caricature practice
    Facial practice for my personal growth. illustrator clipstudiopaint
    Fleming Farms
    Logo design I made for a small farm in North Carolina. clipstudiopaint Logo design
    Sun flower tattoo
    I made this tattoo for my wife. procreate digitalart digitalpainting Illustration
    Great Niece
    A portrait I did for my sister and my niece. illustrator Illustration portrait digitalart digitalpainting
    Portrait of a missed Legend
    A portrait I did of Robin Williams for a family member. clipstudiopaint illustration illustrator

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