Hi! I’m akinwale mercy , a professional illustrator with over 5 years of experience specializing in comics, graphic novels, and book illustrations. I create expressive characters, dynamic compositions, and emotionally compelling artwork that brings stories to life. I’ve worked with authors, publishers, and indie creators on projects ranging from single illustrations to full-length sequential art. My expertise includes character design, panel layout, cover art, and visual storytelling with strong pacing and clarity. Contact Me Now To Get Started.…

akinwale mercy

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Hi! I’m akinwale mercy , a professional illustrator with over 5 years of experience specializing in comics, graphic novels, and book illustrations. I create expressive characters, dynamic compositions, and emotionally compelling artwork that brings stories to life. I’ve worked with authors, publishers, and indie creators on projects ranging from single illustrations to full-length sequential art. My expertise includes character design, panel layout, cover art, and visual storytelling with strong pacing and clarity. Contact Me Now To Get Started.…

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Hi! I’m akinwale mercy , a professional illustrator with over 5 years of experience specializing in comics, graphic novels, and book illustrations. I create expressive characters, dynamic compositions, and emotionally compelling artwork that brings stories to life.

I’ve worked with authors, publishers, and indie creators on projects ranging from single illustrations to full-length sequential art. My expertise includes character design, panel layout, cover art, and visual storytelling with strong pacing and clarity.

Contact Me Now To Get Started.

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English
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French
Intermediate

Work Experience

comic illustration at fiverr
February 8, 2023 - November 21, 2025

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Media & Entertainment, Education, Life Sciences
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