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I'm Michael Harp, a freelance illustrator and 2D animator with a whimsical style inspired by Charlie Brown, Garfield, and Bruce Timm. I blend digital and traditional media to craft expressive characters with humor and heart, and I'm passionate about visual storytelling as I pursue a full-time career in 2D animation and illustration.…

Michael Harp

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I'm Michael Harp, a freelance illustrator and 2D animator with a whimsical style inspired by Charlie Brown, Garfield, and Bruce Timm. I blend digital and traditional media to craft expressive characters with humor and heart, and I'm passionate about visual storytelling as I pursue a full-time career in 2D animation and illustration.…

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I’m Michael Harp, a freelance illustrator and 2D animator with a whimsical style inspired by Charlie Brown, Garfield, and Bruce Timm.

I blend digital and traditional media to craft expressive characters with humor and heart, and I’m passionate about visual storytelling as I pursue a full-time career in 2D animation and illustration.

Skills

Character Design

2D Animation

Book Illustration

Watercolour Illustration

Acrylic Illustration

Experience Level

Character Design

Expert

2D Animation

Expert

Book Illustration

Intermediate

Watercolour Illustration

Intermediate

Acrylic Illustration

Intermediate

Charcoal Illustration

Intermediate

Comic Strip

Intermediate

Gouache Illustration

Intermediate

Pencil Illustration

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator & 2D Junior Animator at Self-Employed (Freelance)

January 1, 2023 - Present

Created original character designs, digital illustrations, and short 2D animation loops for personal and commissioned projects. Developed artwork combining expressive motion, humor, and appealing cartoon style. Managed project timelines and creative workflows independently from concept to final artwork.

Art Teacher at Gunn Jr. High and Fine Arts Dual Language Academy

January 1, 2023 - Present

Teach and mentor students in digital and traditional art practices, encouraging creativity and design thinking. Support the school’s Animation Club, creating original promotional artwork and animations to inspire student participation.

Cartoonist at Tarrant County College Newspaper

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2021

Produced weekly comic strips for the student publication, blending humor and relatable storytelling. Designed characters and visual gags that connected with a diverse student audience. Published selected works now featured on Behance.

Animation Club Recruitment Video at Gunn Jr. High and Fine Arts Dual Language Academy

January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2024

Created a 30-second promotional animation encouraging students to join the school’s Animation Club. Handled storyboarding, character animation, and editing.

Freelance Illustrator & Animator at Self-Employed

January 1, 2023 - Present

Create original character designs, digital illustrations, and short 2D animation loops for personal and commissioned projects. Develop artwork combining expressive motion, humor, and appealing cartoon style. Manage project timelines and creative workflows independently from concept to final artwork.