Character Illustration for Brands & Fan Art
I turn stories and brands into colorful, character-driven illustrations. From Netflix campaigns to nostalgic fan art, let's bring your creative vision to life.
The final animated illustration I created for Netflix India, featuring a scene from 'Never Have I Ever'. This project involved creating character art of Devi and Ben and animating a short dialogue sequence.
A dynamic character illustration created for Red Bull India. The concept was to personify the energy and feeling of 'getting your wings' with a dancing character surrounded by magical effects.
The full-body view of the Red Bull character illustration. This shows the complete pose and the glowing energy effect at her feet, creating a sense of movement and power.
Watch me bring a classic scene from the movie '2 States' to life. This process video shows how I go from a basic sketch to a fully rendered and colored couple illustration, perfect for fans who want to capture their favorite movie moments.
Come draw with me as I recreate an iconic moment from the song 'Pardesiya'. This reel shows my process for creating expressive, semi-realistic portraits inspired by Bollywood and pop culture.
I love turning concepts into characters, and here I've imagined the nostalgic Paperboat mango drink as a person. This is a great example of my character design and children's book illustration style, perfect for brands wanting a unique mascot.
Here's the story of how I collaborated with Netflix India on an animated illustration for 'Never Have I Ever'. This was a huge moment for me and gives you a peek into how I handle professional freelance projects with major brands.
A full illustration of the iconic library scene from the movie '2 States'. This piece captures the sweet beginning of a college romance, a theme I love to explore in my couple art.
A detailed close-up of Ananya's character from my '2 States' illustration. Her hopeful expression and the books in her arms are key details that set the scene.
A close-up portrait of Krish's character from the '2 States' piece. I focused on his charming smile to capture the essence of this memorable movie moment.
About Brand Collaborations & Fan Art
When I work on a brand commission or fan art, I don’t just draw characters; I focus on the storytelling. I start with rough sketches to get the mood right, then build layers of color and light to match that dreamy, Disney-inspired aesthetic. Whether you need a unique mascot for your campaign or a stylized portrait of your favorite characters, we’ll iterate together until the illustration feels just right.
My freelance journey started with a lot of trial and error, but working with brands like Netflix and Red Bull taught me how to blend commercial needs with my personal art style. If you are a brand looking for a mascot or a creative campaign visual, I treat your project with the same focus on character emotion that I put into my personal art.
How I approach a project
- The Brief: We chat about your idea, the mood, and the style you're looking for.
- Rough Sketches: I send over the initial pencil work so we can nail the composition and posing.
- Refinement: I add color and lighting, then send it for feedback to ensure the character expressions hit the right note.
- Final Delivery: You get high-res files ready for social media, branding, or print.
Beyond the Brand
I treat my fan art like professional studies. When I recreate a movie scene or draw a character inspired by a brand like Paperboat, I'm analyzing the lighting, fabric textures, and micro-expressions. It's a great way for me to experiment with new techniques, which means I’m always evolving my style. If you have a specific character design in mind—whether it's an OC (Original Character), a zodiac sign concept, or a reimagined film character—I’m always game to draw it.
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