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Ilona Zając

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I’m a 2D game artist, children's book illustrator, and character designer based in Warsaw, with 15+ years of experience creating stylized, story-driven visuals.

About

I’m a 2D game artist, children’s book illustrator, and character designer based in Warsaw, with 15+ years of experience creating stylized, story-driven visuals.

Throughout my career I’ve worked across character design, props, environments, and marketing-ready artwork, collaborating with studios, publishers, art directors, and authors (including children’s books for Polish publishers). I’m especially drawn to fantasy themes and strong storytelling, and I enjoy guiding projects end-to-end, from early concepts and feedback through to polished delivery - whether on freelance or in team settings.

  • Joined September 2026

Languages

  • EnglishAdvanced
  • PolishFluent

Industry experience

  • Gaming
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Other

More experts in Warsaw, Poland

Projects · 1

Work experience

Founder / Artist · Lemon Spark ArtJan 2018 – Sep 2026 · 8 yrs 9 mos

Ran an illustration and concept art practice focused on stylized fantasy and character design. Delivered character/creature concepts, book illustrations and cover art, and freelance illustration commissions for publishers. Created visual assets for marketing and storytelling projects using digital tools and iterative client feedback.

2D Game Artist, Concept Artist and Illustrator · Various studios / Freelance (Lemon Spark Art, remote and Warsaw)Jan 2018 – Dec 2025 · 8 yrs

Created stylized 2D character designs, concept art, creatures, props, and illustration assets for games, books, animation, and visual projects. Produced key art and marketing/publishing illustrations, managed end-to-end workflows (concept, iterations, feedback, and final delivery), and collaborated remotely with creative teams and publishers. Delivered promotional graphics for campaigns and print/digital materials, and created generalist game art including assets and UI where needed.

Generalist Game Artist / Graphic Designer · Various clients (Warsaw)Jan 2005 – Dec 2018 · 14 yrs

Worked on a wide range of visual design tasks including concept and assets for game-related projects, UI and promotional graphics, cover and sports illustrations, and character designs. Produced layouts for magazines and advertising materials, partnering with marketers and clients to deliver effective visual solutions. Collaborated closely with authors and art directors to support story-driven visuals and publish-ready artwork.

Education

M.A. Sociology · M.A. Sociology2011
B.A. Politology Science/ Advertising Design · ITI Media Course2005 – 2006
ITI Media Course · ITI2023
EICTA Course · EICTA2024

Certifications and awards

Humanistic Academy2006
SWPS University2011
Concept Art Program2023

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