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Freelancer Illustrator

Hello! I'm Anaïs (she/her), I'm a character/bookish illustrator from Portugal. I love creating elegant and melancholic illustrations that embody characterization and storytelling; especially those inspired by fantasy, history, mythology and gothic aesthetics!Contact: [email protected] | Instagram DM | VGen ChatThank you so much for your support and for taking an interest in my art!

About

I'm an illustrator, specialized in a painterly and detailed style, who enjoys creating fantasy, historical and elegant subjects. At the side, I'm also writing a few personal fantasy stories and I have a big dream to illustrate my own books.
I've been doing digital art since 2017-2021, I work with Wacom Intuos Pro M, Photoshop and Blender when needed.
I aim to work with book authors and publishers. However, I also love working with people's original characters, even if they don't come from books.My inspirations come from many different artists, with Wlop and Alice Haun being my favorites. I also love the Pre-Raphaelite period and the classical art of various "old masters," such as Sargent, John Waterhouse, Franz Xaver Winterhalter, Friedrich von Amerling, and Hans Makart.Some themes that I love to work with:
- Female characters.
- Magical and dark characters like: vampires, mermaids, elves, witches, princesses, nymphs.
- Moody, elegant and melancholic aesthetics.
- Royalty/"Royal Portraiture".
- Pre-Raphaelite aesthetics such as: Medievalism, nature and tragic courtly romance.
- Elegant and detailed dresses and jewelry.Types of fantasy that I work with: Dark/Ghotic | Royal | Romantasy | Historical/Medieval | Mythic & Folkloric | Fairytales & WhimsicalFavorite Books: A Song of Ice and Fire, Six of Crows, Daughter of the Moon Goddess, Supernatural: A Compendium of Esoteric and Occult Art.

COMMISSIONS

• VGen
• commsgg (soon)

• General ToS
• Starting Prices
• Process

For now, I only take commissions on VGen — which is an easy and safe platform for both artists and clients. In each service, you can find any important information and details regarding pricing, terms of service, etc. If you still have questions, feel free to contact me.What's the difference between VGen and CommsGG (CommissionsGG)?
Both sites work the same way and the process to request a commissions is extremely similar. It's solely a matter of client preference.How can I commission you?
Firstly, you don't need an account to request a commission and please make sure my Terms of Service are acceptable.
For all of my services, you can start a request without any payment beforehand; you will be taken to a form with several questions, where you can also upload files/images. After you submit the form, I will analyze your request and contact you as soon as possible to discuss a starting date. Only then, closer to the scheduled date, will the invoice with the total be sent and paid by you.What type of files and information should be sent?
I love working with aesthetic/mood boards! It also helps me a lot if you can mention some keywords that better describe the character's personality. Visual references are also very helpful (existing artwork, model, hair, clothing references, etc)
In the form, some questions are required, however, if you don't really know what you want or want me to have the creativity choices you can let me know.Is it possible to reserve a slot?
For you to have a slot in my waitlist, you must make a request on VGen (without any payment beforehand nor any deposit). However, since I do commissions part-time, I cannot guarantee the reservation while you are in the waitlist and I may decide to change dates or decline the project.
I tend to work on a first-come, first-served basis, but returning clients may have priority. You can check my waitlist/work queue here (google doc link).What type of payment is accepted?
I accept Paypal and Stripe (card).

Each service available on my VGen has different terms and processes; please read each carefully. Here are some general and important terms regarding my 4 main illustration services (portrait, half-body, full body and splash):Updated Jun 25, 2026GENERAL
- Final files are digital only.
- I have the right to refuse requests.
- Until a proposal is officially sent out by me and accepted (paid) by you, nothing is guaranteed and I may decide to change dates or decline the project.
- I guarantee that my work is 100% human-made, without any usage of AI generators.INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS
- I, NIZ [the artist] retain all copyrights of the artwork(s) and they are NOT transferred by any license.
- I have the right to publish the final artwork on my socials (low-res version).
- Any personal commission can be sold by me both digital (ex. Patreon) and physical (ex. Inprnt) — unless a privacy fee is purchased.USE & LICENSES
- Credits: I provide a watermark version to be easily shared online. You can post the clean version, but credit me at least once, I appreciate it a lot; do not worry about tagging me, feel free to do it.
- Personal Use: The commission can be used as a wallpaper, icon, banner, for roleplay or if you wish to print it for yourself.
- Commercial: Content (Individual creators/self-published authors): For any art being used to promote or otherwise "lead to" profit without it being directly for sale. For example: Using a commission to promote a book, branding, for streaming, for Youtube content, etc...
- Commercial: Merchandising (Individual creators/self-published authors): For any art being used to directly profit or as a complimentary item. For example: prints, bookmarks, E-books, merch, etc...
- If you purchase the Commercial: Merchandising license you will automatically acquire the Commercial: Content rights.
- Personal: Privacy License: For individuals who wish to keep their identity and personal commissioned artwork completely private.
- Small-Medium Publishers & Studios typically incur a +150% licensing fee, while, larger publishers and corporate clients typically incur a +200% licensing fee.
- If you have commission me in the past with a license that now you wish to expand, you can still buy it separably.YOU CAN NOT
- Claim authorship of the artwork.
- Resell/Reproduce the commission “as-is” without any value-add activities.
- Alter or over paint the artwork (you may use basic filters to adjust colors to your liking, but do not use any kind of AI filters).
- Remove signatures or watermarks (in the alternative version).Use the artwork for training or generating AI (artificial intelligence) models.
- Use the artwork for purposes related to NFTs, crypto technology, or any type of collectible digital asset.PAYMENTS
- Full payment upfront.
- I offer the option to split the payment into 2 installments, 60%/40% only if the total is over 150€.REFUNDS
- I offer the option of a partial refund before sketch approval; only 70% of the amount can be refunded.
- After the sketch is approved, there will be NO refunds.
- If the commission is delayed on my part, an extension of 14 days will be given for it to be completed. If, after this period, the commission is still not finished, you are entitled to a full refund (unless otherwise agreed).
- If there is any other problem on my part, in which I cannot continue the commission, you will be completely refunded.REVISIONS
- Limited major and minor changes are possible for free, please check each service for better details.
- During the final stages, any revisions can not be done.
Major change: Change the head angle, expression, clothing, hairstyle, arm position, background... (you can't ask me to create a new pose itself).
Minor change: Change colors, parts of clothing/hair, small facial expression adjustments, small accessory additions or removals.DEADLINES & DELIVERY
- Generally, I will take up to [check each service] (business days only) to finish the commission — this may depend on how complex the work is, but a date will be chosen according to my availability and discussed with you.
- The guaranteed delivery date may be extended due to delays on either my end or yours.
- Final delivery will be done by email (smash) and Vgen.
- I do not work with thigh deadlines.COMMUNICATION
- I will be in touch with you and send updates at least once a week, if I deem it necessary; therefore, it is your responsibility to be available to leave feedback, so that everything is to your liking and I can proceed.
- If there is no feedback within 5 days of a WIP being sent, you understand that you are missing the revision period, and I will be moving on with the commission on my own until I hear from you again. If you continue to not respond by the delivery date, the commission will be submitted as a final version, without the need for approval or revisions afterwards.
- Communication can be done via Vgen, Email or Instagram if preferred. Please be aware that I possibly won't respond to emails/texts over the weekend.ACCEPTANCE
By accepting my terms of service you confirm that you are 18+ and legally able to commit to an agreement or have a legal guardian to make this agreement for you.Note: Businesses, agencies, publishers and other organizations should contact me to discuss arrangements in more detail.

Please make sure to check my VGen for detailed pricing, add-ons and samples. This is only an overview and these are starting prices. Even so, each project is unique, if you need a reference for your custom quote or you need me to work on a certain budget feel free to contact me.Commercial licensing fees vary by client size and usage. The shown prices are for individual creators/self-published authors.
Small-Medium Publishers & Studios typically incur a +150% licensing fee, while, larger publishers and corporate clients typically incur a +200% licensing fee.Additional Costs/Add-ons: Extra characters | Simple & Detailed Backgrounds | Frames/Borders | Animalistic Bodies | Animals (only certain ones) | Others may apply

Main Illustrations

Art Bundles

others

*Skeb/Surprise: It's a specific service where there is NO communication, updates or revisions during the process. The final commissions will be a surprise.

Discounts and Offers

My 3 main illustration services (portrait, half-body and full-body) follow the same process.1 - Consultation: Share your vision, references, and details and afterwards I will analyze your order and send you the invoice.
2 - Sketch: After the payment, an initial sketch with pose and composition will be made based on your instructions.
3 - Approval of sketch: Review and request major or minor adjustments, but you can not ask for a completely new pose (if you asked for your character to be sat, you can't request a standing pose later).
4 - Grayscale: Black and white rendering to break down the lighting and values.
5 - Rendering (Stage 1): Coloring and rendering process (wip updates will be slower and any small change has to be told by now).
6 - Rendering (Stage 2): Everything is already established and "clean". Final adjustments are being made (changes will no longer be possible).
7 - Delivery: Final touches and delivery by Vgen and email (Smash) with your approval.

Portfolio

• Prints
• VGen Shop (Wallpapers and Brushes)