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Hi, I'm a concept artist and illustrator with experience in game development and storytelling. I love collaborating with art leads to establish cohesive visual language and iterate on assets quickly using a mix of traditional and digital tools like Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya, and the Adobe suite. I enjoy turning ideas into polished visuals that support gameplay, narrative, and world-building. My work spans unreleased titles, graphic novels, and client art; I thrive in collaborative teams and weekly critique cycles to push creative boundaries.…Hi, I'm a concept artist and illustrator with experience in game development and storytelling. I love collaborating with art leads to establish cohesive visual language and iterate on assets quickly using a mix of traditional and digital tools like Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya, and the Adobe suite. I enjoy turning ideas into polished visuals that support gameplay, narrative, and world-building. My work spans unreleased titles, graphic novels, and client art; I thrive in collaborative teams and weekly critique cycles to push creative boundaries.

Tamilyn Ayabe

Concept Artist, Illustrator, Character Designer, +3

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Hi, I'm a concept artist and illustrator with experience in game development and storytelling. I love collaborating with art leads to establish cohesive visual language and iterate on assets quickly using a mix of traditional and digital tools like Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya, and the Adobe suite. I enjoy turning ideas into polished visuals that support gameplay, narrative, and world-building. My work spans unreleased titles, graphic novels, and client art; I thrive in collaborative teams and weekly critique cycles to push creative boundaries.…Hi, I'm a concept artist and illustrator with experience in game development and storytelling. I love collaborating with art leads to establish cohesive visual language and iterate on assets quickly using a mix of traditional and digital tools like Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya, and the Adobe suite. I enjoy turning ideas into polished visuals that support gameplay, narrative, and world-building. My work spans unreleased titles, graphic novels, and client art; I thrive in collaborative teams and weekly critique cycles to push creative boundaries.

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Hi, I’m a concept artist and illustrator with experience in game development and storytelling. I love collaborating with art leads to establish cohesive visual language and iterate on assets quickly using a mix of traditional and digital tools like Unreal Engine, Blender, Maya, and the Adobe suite. I enjoy turning ideas into polished visuals that support gameplay, narrative, and world-building.

My work spans unreleased titles, graphic novels, and client art; I thrive in collaborative teams and weekly critique cycles to push creative boundaries.

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Work Experience

Concept Artist at Laundry and Linen

August 20, 2025 - Present

Created character concepts and 2D assets for an unreleased game; collaborated closely with art leads to establish and maintain a cohesive visual language according to a style guide and reference boards; iterated on designs based on feedback to support gameplay, tone, and production requirements.

Concept Artist & Illustrator at DuoQ

June 1, 2024 - May 31, 2025

Developed a variety of concept illustrations and passes for enemies in pre-production. Illustrated and rendered character portraits. Concepted buildings and turn arounds for 3D modelers. Created 2D game assets for various in-game areas. Collaborated in team meetings across departments. Helped problem solve themes and visual goals for the game.

Concept Artist at Soul Atlas

August 1, 2023 - December 20, 2023

Developing concepts for characters, props, and supporting assets for a graphic novel with a new IP; translating narrative and thematic direction into cohesive design language.

Concept Artist at Glitch Witch

August 1, 2023 - May 1, 2024

Created character and environment concepts and iterations; developed fully rendered principal artwork; designed early UI concepts for dialog box assets; contributed asset designs within Unreal Engine; participated in critique and weekly team meetings.

Volunteer at Taiwanese American Cultural Festival - San Francisco

August 1, 2023 - December 1, 2023

Worked with children on a variety of art and crafts; guided volunteers on instruction and activities; assisted in management of a variety of booths and activities.

Contributor at Boys and Girls Club of West San Gabriel Valley and Eastside

August 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Contributed to an official style guide for the sailing program. Developed a collection of typeface, color palettes, formatting, and image guidelines. Collaborated with designers on logos, advertising, and merchandise. Demonstrated proper layouts.

Concept Artist & Illustrator at Glitch Witch

August 1, 2023 - May 31, 2024

Created both character and building interior concept art for in-game assets. Developed fully rendered Core X splash-art featuring characters and environments. Designed UI/UX design concepts for in-game dialogue assets. Took charge of set design in Unreal Engine for various in-game locations. Contributed to critique and feedback during team meetings.

Illustrator at Giant Robot (GR2) Post-it Show

January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023

Illustrated pieces for display and sale purposes. Participated in a gallery showcase.

Illustrator at Freelance / Self-employed

January 1, 2019 - Present

Illustrator contributing style work to personal and client projects since 2019, including character portraits and concept illustrations for games and comics.

Freelance Illustrator at Commission Work

January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2025

Collaborated with clients on prints, stickers, and magnets. Managed efficient communication and resolved clients' concerns and special requests. Produced high-quality work for various platforms.

Art and Crafts Volunteer at Taiwanese American Cultural Festival - San Francisco

January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2018

Worked with children on various art and crafts activities. Guided volunteers on instructions and activities. Assisted in managing a variety of booths and activities.