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[2D][PAID] Looking for Character Artist + Background Artist — Gothic Regency-Inspired Visual Novel

leithne · 2026-08-17T19:58:51Z

Hi! I’m looking for two artists for a gothic romance/mystery visual novel set in a fictional, Regency-inspired version of 19th-century England: 1. Character Artist I’m looking for expressive, stylized 2D character art with a strong illustrative feel—somewhere between book illustration, comics, and otome/visual novel art. Slightly cartoonish or anime influences are absolutely welcome, but I’m not looking for a generic anime style. I’d especially love to find an artist with a distinctive and recognizable personal style. The work will primarily involve character sprites, expressions, and outfit variations. 2. Background Artist I’m looking for atmospheric, painterly 2D backgrounds: old country estates, gothic interiors, streets and shops of 19th-century London, etc. I’m not looking for photorealism. Watercolor, gouache, digital painting, and other illustrative approaches are welcome. The backgrounds should feel atmospheric and slightly gothic while still being readable and functional as visual novel locations. These are two separate paid positions , so you are welcome to apply for either one or both. The project is a commercial visual novel, so the artwork will need to be licensed for commercial use. I’m looking for an artist interested in ongoing work rather than a single commission. If interested, please send: a link to your portfolio; which position you’re interested in (characters/backgrounds/both); your rates or approximate price range; your usual turnaround time; examples most relevant to this project, if your portfolio covers several different styles. Thanks!

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Fareedah014 days ago

Hi! I’m reaching out regarding the request you posted. Are you still interested? If so, feel free to message me on Discord:damola287

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Miharu_art3 days ago

Hi, dunno if still looking for environment artist but I try anyway.
ds: imryanatwood
mail: manuali.gianni@gmail.com
example of work

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