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MIRAG35 days ago (1 edit)

Hi! I’m developing an indie monster-collector game called Theravia: The First Step.

I’m looking for a 2D creature concept artist / creature designer interested in helping define the visual identity of the creatures, called Thera.

The project is already in development: I have the worldbuilding, creature system, lore, several creature concepts and an early Godot prototype.

I’m not looking for someone to immediately draw an entire bestiary. I’d like to start with one creature as a test, working together through:

silhouette exploration
head/face variations
proportions and anatomy
final creature concept

I can provide animal references, personality, habitat, type, biological traits and detailed art direction.

The visual direction is stylized but biologically coherent: expressive silhouettes, restrained fantasy elements and creatures that feel like original species rather than heavily accessorized characters.

If the collaboration works well, I’d be happy to continue with additional creatures and discuss a longer-term arrangement.

Please send examples of your creature/animal/monster work if interested or I can send a prototype

kokojojuijb5 days ago(+1)

Hi! I specialize in stylized 2D creature concept art and would love to help define the unique visual identity for your monsters in Theravia. I focus on strong silhouettes and biologically coherent designs that fit right into a game world. Could you share what specific creature type or animal reference you’d like to start with for the first test character?

DISCORD: bimplee

MY PAST WORK: https://www.artstation.com/artwork/kNbrg2

MIRAG35 days ago

Yes mate i can give you that, i can use mail or something?

kokojojuijb4 days ago

Hello! You can share it with me either via email or directly on Discord. Here are my contact details
Email: breathingart67@gmail.com
Discord: bimplee
You can use whichever option is most convenient and suitable for you

Ariyachan5 days ago(+1)

Hi, is the first Thera creature a paid commission? If it is, what budget have you allocated for the silhouette studies, head/face variations and final concept?

I can review the references and art direction before proposing a fixed scope and price. PayPal works for me, and we can discuss the brief here on itch.io.

MIRAG35 days ago

Sure! Before discussing the budget for the full project, I’d prefer to start with a single test creature. The main goal would be to see how your style and interpretation of the references fit with the visual direction I have in mind for the Thera.

If the result matches what I’m looking for, I’d then be happy to discuss the full scope, including silhouette studies, head/face variations, final concepts, and the overall budget for future creatures.

I can send you the references and art direction for the test creature first, so you can take a look and we can decide how to proceed.

Ariyachan5 days ago

Yes, please send the references and art direction for the test creature. You can email them to qq13593837q288@gmail.com if you'd prefer to keep them private. I'll review them, then we can agree on a fixed price and delivery date for the paid trial.

Pamperloth4 days ago

Oh I would love to work on your project. I hope to be tested for the job as well. My discord is: pamperloth and here is my portfolio: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OOICRu5y5E7H4JbdUPjKObO5x2IWXtzK/view?usp=drive...

MIRAG31 day ago

Can I heve your mail?

Pamperloth1 day ago

Yes of course it's, pamperloth@gmail.com

DocBeav3 days ago

Hello. I'm interested in the project and would like to try myself in creature concept test. I am more of a generalist concept artist, but would like to try this direction of concepts. I don't have a lot of concepts to show, so I would do the test just for the sake of it as the reason to expand portfolio with one more work

Please send me the test and references in any way more suitable for you, thank you

Email: docbeavisartist@gmail.com
Discord: docbeav
ArtStation: https://www.artstation.com/docbeav

MIRAG31 day ago

Hi, I sent you an email 🙏🏽

mecpaty1 day ago

Olá! Tenho muito interesse em ajudar com o design das criaturas para Theravia: The First Step . Sua abordagem de trabalho parece ótima e eu adoraria participar do teste com uma única criatura."

Você pode me contatar diretamente por e-mail no endereço: againpaty@gmail.com

BlekisYT1 day ago(+1)

HII! Do you need a composer?

If yes i AM HERE!

MIRAG31 day ago

Hey, thanks a lot, but right now I’d like to focus on the game's visuals. Since I haven't defined the game's look yet, I don't want to rush into the music.

Miharu_art1 day ago

Hi, I'm a professional 2D illustrator and creature designer with previous studio experience.
Creature design is one of my strongest areas, particularly fantasy creatures and fully rendered illustrations.
I think my work could fit the direction you're looking for.

Example of creature: https://www.artstation.com/artwork/J846a

May i have further information about the test and artstyle?
Here's my email manuali.gianni@gmail.com

Briefcraft Lab1 day ago

Hi, is the single-creature test a paid commission, and is it still open? Before proposing a scope, could you share the test budget, one animal reference and the intended output (a concept sheet or a game sprite)? Any requirements about production tools would also help us assess the fit. You can reply here or send the brief to briefcraftlab26@proton.me.

Briefcraft Lab

MIRAG31 day ago

Hey, hi—can I see some of the work you've done?

Briefcraft Lab1 day ago

Hi! Here is a new creature concept study from Briefcraft Lab: Reedback, a marsh herbivore. The sheet explores three silhouettes and three head shapes, then develops a selected direction in three-quarter and side views.

If this direction is close to what you have in mind, please share one animal reference and the personality, habitat and intended output for your test creature. What budget have you set for the paid single-creature test? We can confirm a small fixed scope and delivery date after reviewing the brief.

Briefcraft Lab

MIRAG31 day ago

Nice job man, send me you’re mail

Briefcraft Lab1 day ago

Thanks! You can reach me at briefcraftlab26@proton.me. Please send the animal reference, art direction and target format, along with the budget for the paid single-creature test. I can review the brief and confirm a fixed scope and delivery date before starting.

Briefcraft Lab

Ryk Fortuna1 day ago

Hi — I'm Ryk Fortuna, 22-year film FX veteran (seven years at Weta Workshop: King Kong, Avatar, District 9) now doing creature concept full-time. My process is AI-assisted and honestly disclosed: AI drafts the rough, I art-direct, alter, and finish everything in software. Portfolio: https://www.instagram.com/efxboy. For the Thera test creature I'd propose $50/hr, roughly 5–8 hours ($250–400), with 50% deposit upfront and the balance on delivery. If the test lands, happy to discuss the full roster on the same terms. Thanks for your time.

MIRAG31 day ago

Hey, hi! Thanks a lot for your interest, but I don't think your drawing style fits the game I want to create.

Ryk Fortuna1 day ago

No worries at all — thanks for the straight answer. Good luck with Theravia!

Komic14 hours ago

Hi Mirag3,

Came across your post and hope you’re still looking for people. Sydney based 2D illustrator experienced in designing creatures and characters, with a few collaborations under my belt. (All hand made)

Happy to review and discuss further about the art direction/ budget for the test.

Samples of past works:

https://komicdrawz.com/witcher-into-the-depths

https://bloodhana.itch.io/

Discord: urou

Email: koolkomic@gmail.com

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