I'm Mohammed Ali Abubakr, a creative freelance artist and designer with years of self-taught experience in illustration, portraiture, manga/anime artwork, realism, clothing design, and visual storytelling. I excel at adapting artistic styles to fit different audiences and project goals, delivering detailed realism, anime-inspired illustrations, tattoo concepts, clothing graphics, and digital branding that resonates with viewers and clients. I actively seek freelance, remote, studio-based, or collaborative opportunities in illustration, design, manga/comic art, creative branding, and visual media. My long-term goal is to blend psychology and artistic expression to positively impact emotional well-being, identity, and community engagement through thoughtful, audience-focused artwork.

Mohammed Ali Abubakr (Ishmail – Ebrithil

I'm Mohammed Ali Abubakr, a creative freelance artist and designer with years of self-taught experience in illustration, portraiture, manga/anime artwork, realism, clothing design, and visual storytelling. I excel at adapting artistic styles to fit different audiences and project goals, delivering detailed realism, anime-inspired illustrations, tattoo concepts, clothing graphics, and digital branding that resonates with viewers and clients. I actively seek freelance, remote, studio-based, or collaborative opportunities in illustration, design, manga/comic art, creative branding, and visual media. My long-term goal is to blend psychology and artistic expression to positively impact emotional well-being, identity, and community engagement through thoughtful, audience-focused artwork.

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I’m Mohammed Ali Abubakr, a creative freelance artist and designer with years of self-taught experience in illustration, portraiture, manga/anime artwork, realism, clothing design, and visual storytelling. I excel at adapting artistic styles to fit different audiences and project goals, delivering detailed realism, anime-inspired illustrations, tattoo concepts, clothing graphics, and digital branding that resonates with viewers and clients.

I actively seek freelance, remote, studio-based, or collaborative opportunities in illustration, design, manga/comic art, creative branding, and visual media. My long-term goal is to blend psychology and artistic expression to positively impact emotional well-being, identity, and community engagement through thoughtful, audience-focused artwork.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Artist – Psychology Society Summer Magazine at Birmingham City University
April 1, 2025 - July 1, 2025
Commissioned to create 8 portraits for publication; redesigned the Inter-Psych logo; collaborated with society members to align artwork with creative and publication goals; digitally refined artwork for publication using Photoshop, Illustrator, and Procreate.
Sales Associate at Selfridges – Emporio Armani
October 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026
Delivered luxury retail customer service; styling advice and product recommendations; maintained visual merchandising standards and professionalism.
Youth Support Worker at Games 4 All Youth Centre
January 1, 2022 - Present
Facilitated workshops supporting youth development; mentored young individuals; encouraged creativity, confidence, and communication; assisted with community engagement and conflict resolution.
Volunteer at Cats Protection Charity Shop
April 1, 2024 - June 1, 2024
Assisted customers and supported daily retail operations; organized stock displays and contributed to fundraising efforts.
Volunteer Support Worker at Eden Foundation
June 1, 2022 - August 1, 2022
Outreach programs promoting well-being and community support; assisted with event organization and public engagement; served as Head of Security & Finance during events.

Education

Bachelor of Science (BSc) Psychology at Birmingham City University
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2025
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Engineering at Aston University Engineering Academy Sixth Form
January 11, 2030 - July 1, 2022
TEFL Certification (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) at TEFL Certification
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026

Qualifications

TEFL Certification (Teaching English as a Foreign Language)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Retail, Professional Services, Other