I am a versatile creative professional with experience spanning illustration, character design, comics, and visual storytelling. With a strong foundation in design and craftsmanship, I bring clarity, creativity, and detail to every project. My passion lies in creating engaging visuals that connect with audiences — whether through character-driven art, branding, or sequential storytelling. Founder / Lead Designer Elbow Room Studio 2005 – 2020 Specialized in small-space living interiors for Toronto condos. Managed projects end-to-end: concept, renovation, and final staging. Freelance Illustrator & Designer Self-Employed 2021– Present Illustration, character design, comics, and branding. Projects include apparel collections under IllustratedWare, as well as original IP development (Plucked Universe).…

Manny Machado

I am a versatile creative professional with experience spanning illustration, character design, comics, and visual storytelling. With a strong foundation in design and craftsmanship, I bring clarity, creativity, and detail to every project. My passion lies in creating engaging visuals that connect with audiences — whether through character-driven art, branding, or sequential storytelling. Founder / Lead Designer Elbow Room Studio 2005 – 2020 Specialized in small-space living interiors for Toronto condos. Managed projects end-to-end: concept, renovation, and final staging. Freelance Illustrator & Designer Self-Employed 2021– Present Illustration, character design, comics, and branding. Projects include apparel collections under IllustratedWare, as well as original IP development (Plucked Universe).…

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I am a versatile creative professional with experience spanning illustration, character design, comics, and visual storytelling. With a strong foundation in design and craftsmanship, I bring clarity, creativity, and detail to every project. My passion lies in creating engaging visuals that connect with audiences — whether through character-driven art, branding, or sequential storytelling.
Founder / Lead Designer Elbow Room Studio
2005 – 2020
Specialized in small-space living interiors for Toronto condos. Managed projects end-to-end: concept, renovation, and final staging.

Freelance Illustrator & Designer Self-Employed
2021– Present
Illustration, character design, comics, and branding. Projects include apparel collections under IllustratedWare, as well as original IP development (Plucked Universe).

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Freelance Illustrator / Designer / Maker at Self-Employed
December 30, 2019 - Present
Illustration, character design, comics, and branding. Projects include apparel collections under IllustratedWare and original IP development (Plucked Universe). Recognized for delivering detailed, creative solutions and collaborating closely with clients to bring ideas to life.
Interior Designer at Elbowroom Studio
February 26, 2005 - December 28, 2020
Specialized in small-space living interiors for Toronto condos. Led numerous residential projects from consultation and concept through to completion and staging, with a focus on maximizing functionality and style.

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Self-taught / Independent Study
March 1, 2004 - January 1, 2032
Adobe Photoshop / Illustrator
June 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Professional Experience
March 1, 2005 - September 25, 2025

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Manufacturing, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Retail, Wholesale & Distribution
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    The Plucked Universe is a cosmic saga centered on the planet OVO, a unique world set among a Universe of Chaos. The main characters consists of anthropomorphic animals , such as chickens, pigs and an array of weirdos and oddballs. Caught in a cycle of divine chaos shaped by rebellion, sacrifice, and the manipulation of lifelines, with an origin based in folklore. The story intertwines themes of creation, betrayal, and the eternal struggle between good and evil, told through character-driven moments and nonlinear storytelling. illustrator logo comic series writer artist…
    paper Plucked Universe

    The Plucked Universe is a cosmic saga centered on the planet OVO, a unique world set among a Universe of Chaos. The main characters consists of anthropomorphic animals , such as chickens, pigs and an array of weirdos and oddballs. Caught in a cycle of divine chaos shaped by rebellion, sacrifice, and the manipulation of lifelines, with an origin based in folklore. The story intertwines themes of creation, betrayal, and the eternal struggle between good and evil, told through character-driven moments and nonlinear storytelling.