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Hi, I’m Shadley, a self-taught 2D character artist with five years of experience working with clients across the globe. I aim to bring characters to life with a friendly, energetic style that balances artistic flair with gameplay functionality. I love learning new tools and techniques, and I’m committed to delivering outstanding work that exceeds client expectations. I’ve designed high-quality characters for RPGs, created trend-driven concept art for commercial products, and crafted streaming assets that stay true to brand identity while maintaining consistency across digital platforms.…Hi, I’m Shadley, a self-taught 2D character artist with five years of experience working with clients across the globe. I aim to bring characters to life with a friendly, energetic style that balances artistic flair with gameplay functionality. I love learning new tools and techniques, and I’m committed to delivering outstanding work that exceeds client expectations. I’ve designed high-quality characters for RPGs, created trend-driven concept art for commercial products, and crafted streaming assets that stay true to brand identity while maintaining consistency across digital platforms.

Shadley David S

Artist, Freelance Digital Illustrator, Comic Illustrator, +5

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Hi, I’m Shadley, a self-taught 2D character artist with five years of experience working with clients across the globe. I aim to bring characters to life with a friendly, energetic style that balances artistic flair with gameplay functionality. I love learning new tools and techniques, and I’m committed to delivering outstanding work that exceeds client expectations. I’ve designed high-quality characters for RPGs, created trend-driven concept art for commercial products, and crafted streaming assets that stay true to brand identity while maintaining consistency across digital platforms.…Hi, I’m Shadley, a self-taught 2D character artist with five years of experience working with clients across the globe. I aim to bring characters to life with a friendly, energetic style that balances artistic flair with gameplay functionality. I love learning new tools and techniques, and I’m committed to delivering outstanding work that exceeds client expectations. I’ve designed high-quality characters for RPGs, created trend-driven concept art for commercial products, and crafted streaming assets that stay true to brand identity while maintaining consistency across digital platforms.

Available to hire

Hi, I’m Shadley, a self-taught 2D character artist with five years of experience working with clients across the globe. I aim to bring characters to life with a friendly, energetic style that balances artistic flair with gameplay functionality.

I love learning new tools and techniques, and I’m committed to delivering outstanding work that exceeds client expectations. I’ve designed high-quality characters for RPGs, created trend-driven concept art for commercial products, and crafted streaming assets that stay true to brand identity while maintaining consistency across digital platforms.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Fluent

Afrikaans

Advanced

Work Experience

General Worker at DriftTrike SA

January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020

Communicated safety protocols to clients with clarity, ensuring adherence to guidelines—translating complex rules into actionable steps. Processed transactions and managed documentation, including indemnity forms, with 100% accuracy. Coordinated equipment setup/pack-down efficiently under time constraints, optimising workflow. Certified in First Aid, enabling rapid response to emergencies—maintaining team safety under pressure.

Freelance 2D Character Artist at Self-Employed

January 1, 2021 - Present

Designed high-quality characters and creatures for tabletop RPGs (e.g. Dungeons & Dragons), balancing artistic flair with gameplay functionality. Created trend-driven concept art for commercial products (e.g., Spinnerkop rug designs), adapting pop culture themes into marketable assets. Developed cohesive visual aesthetics for original characters/creatures through iterative concept art and client feedback. Collaborated with clients to produce custom streaming assets (emotes, overlays) aligned with brand identity, ensuring consistency across digital platforms. Streamlined client workflows by maintaining clear communication, providing progress updates, and refining sketches based on feedback. Managed 5+ freelance projects from concept to delivery, meeting client deadlines with 100% client satisfaction rate. Participated in game jams as a 2D artist, delivering rapid concept art/assets under tight deadlines. Animated 2D emotes for streamers using frame by frame animation techniques.

2D Character Artist at Self-Employed / Freelance

January 1, 2021 - Present

Designed high-quality characters and creatures for tabletop RPGs (e.g., Dungeons & Dragons), balancing artistic flair with gameplay functionality. Created trend-driven concept art for commercial products, adapting pop culture themes into marketable assets. Developed cohesive visuals for original characters and creatures through iterative concept art and client feedback. Collaborated with clients to produce custom streaming assets (emotes, overlays) aligned with brand identity, ensuring consistency across digital platforms. Managed 5+ freelance projects from concept to delivery, meeting client deadlines with 100% client satisfaction. Participated in game jams as a 2D artist, delivering rapid concept art/assets under tight deadlines. Animated 2D emotes for streamers using frame-by-frame animation techniques.