I am an illustrator and cartoonist with over 8 years of experience working primarily as a commissioned character illustrator. I've built my career through word of mouth, social media presence, and returning clients while balancing my studies full-time. Educated in fine arts and graphic design, I am proficient in animation, illustration, and design, utilizing Adobe Creative Suite and traditional media to bring ideas to life. I specialize in fantasy genres, characters, costuming, cartography, and narrative cartooning. I value clear communication, punctuality, and delivering quick turnaround times on all projects. My portfolio includes published graphic novels, editorial works, and collaborations with various platforms such as Twitch and independent publishers. I thrive working both independently and in team settings, and am career-oriented with strong leadership and multitasking abilities.

Cally Leung

I am an illustrator and cartoonist with over 8 years of experience working primarily as a commissioned character illustrator. I've built my career through word of mouth, social media presence, and returning clients while balancing my studies full-time. Educated in fine arts and graphic design, I am proficient in animation, illustration, and design, utilizing Adobe Creative Suite and traditional media to bring ideas to life. I specialize in fantasy genres, characters, costuming, cartography, and narrative cartooning. I value clear communication, punctuality, and delivering quick turnaround times on all projects. My portfolio includes published graphic novels, editorial works, and collaborations with various platforms such as Twitch and independent publishers. I thrive working both independently and in team settings, and am career-oriented with strong leadership and multitasking abilities.

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I am an illustrator and cartoonist with over 8 years of experience working primarily as a commissioned character illustrator. I’ve built my career through word of mouth, social media presence, and returning clients while balancing my studies full-time. Educated in fine arts and graphic design, I am proficient in animation, illustration, and design, utilizing Adobe Creative Suite and traditional media to bring ideas to life.

I specialize in fantasy genres, characters, costuming, cartography, and narrative cartooning. I value clear communication, punctuality, and delivering quick turnaround times on all projects. My portfolio includes published graphic novels, editorial works, and collaborations with various platforms such as Twitch and independent publishers. I thrive working both independently and in team settings, and am career-oriented with strong leadership and multitasking abilities.

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Work Experience

Freelance Illustrator at Self Employed
January 1, 2017 - Present
Illustrated concept art and finished pieces for print or digital interfaces with 1-3 day turnaround times. Managed budgeting, scheduling, client communications, and an online store via multiple platforms such as Instagram, Tumblr, InPrnt, and Wix. Published comics and graphic novels including The Inside (2020), Wretch (2024), Gutters (2024), and Passive Perception (2025), involving panelling, inking, colouring, and lettering. Specialized in fantasy character design, costuming, cartography, and narrative cartooning. Produced work used on Twitch, YouTube, DM’s Guild with Wizards of the Coast, independent publishers, visual development, and commemorative pieces.
Illustrator at Independent Youth-Run Zine "Changes"
August 1, 2021 - August 7, 2025
Created editorial illustrations and icons collaborating with the zine’s marketing, writing, and editing teams. Presented multiple drafts for revision to directors, strengthening branding presence and seasonal Instagram campaigns. Participated in team meetings to set future organizational goals, enabling a collaborative lookbook article and publication of a second zine issue.
Clean Up Artist/Apprentice at Mentee to Indie Animator Zannia Fernandez
August 1, 2024 - August 7, 2025
Worked closely with the creative director to provide efficient clean up work and edits resulting in the publication of two videos. Developed fluency in industry-standard software and indie studio practices. Enhanced the director’s style while maintaining model consistency.

Education

Honours Bachelor of Illustration at Sheridan College
January 11, 2030 - April 1, 2025

Qualifications

Brenda Clark Illustrative Interpretive Scholarship
January 1, 2023 - April 30, 2023
Lieutenant Governor’s Volunteer Award
January 1, 2021 - August 7, 2025
CyberArts Award
January 1, 2018 - August 7, 2025
CyberArts Award
January 1, 2021 - August 7, 2025
Applied Arts Magazine Student Graphic Novel Illustration
January 1, 2025 - August 7, 2025
Appreciation Award (Student Union)
January 1, 2021 - August 7, 2025
Chief Scout Award
January 1, 2016 - August 7, 2025
Certificate of Commemoration
January 1, 2018 - August 7, 2025
Queen’s Venture Award
January 1, 2020 - August 7, 2025
Applied Arts Student Award for Graphic Novels
July 10, 2025 - December 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services