Taking the mundane and making it a little strange!
I primarily work in creating fantasy bipedal and quadrupedal character designs that, at times, stray from the standard forms we've come to know!
About
"When I design characters, I think about what I would be amazed to see walking down the street.
When we go outside, we see the same things almost every day; a person taking a jog, walking their dog, driving to work, or relaxing in the park. When I see this, I can’t help but think how much more engaged with my surroundings I would be if something was a little different— if perhaps what I was seeing was completely different from me.That’s where I start with character designs. I take what we’re used to, what’s normal, and I change things about it. The changes could be major or minor. Maybe this figure is still humanoid but has a few extra sets of eyes and ears or maybe they’re an anthropomorphic animal! Maybe this dog is now 5 feet tall at the shoulder with a mouth that opens on a vertical axis.Taking the mundane and making it a little strange is what inspires me to keep doing what I love."
Khalahjia Smarr is an illustrator with a focus on concept art and character design. She has always had a passion for character creation, even as a child, and is always pushing the boundaries of what she can create.
She has studied under knowledgeable professors at The University of North Carolina at Charlotte and obtained a BFA in Illustration in June of 2020.
She has also worked alongside Heather Freeman in the animation of Familiar Shapes.Skills
Adobe Photoshop, After Effects, Illustrator, and Premier
Paint Tool Sai and Clip Studio Paint
Microsoft Word and PowerpointResume Download
Contact
I will respond to any contacts within 24hrs of receiving them.Twitter: @kaytarts
E-mail: kaytsmarr@gmail.com
Digital Media
Traditional Media
In-Class Work
General Pricing
| Type | Lines | Flats | Shaded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bust | $10 | $15 | $20 |
| Waist Up | $25 | $30 | $35 |
| Full Body | $45 | $50 | $55 |
Additional Character - +50% Base Price
Simple/No Background - Free
Complex Background - Varies
Quadrupedal Characters Only - 30% Off Final Price
Character Sheets
1 View w/ Color Palette & One Add-on - $55
2 Views w/ Color Palette & Two Add-ons - $65==Add-Ons ==
Headshot (3 Max)
Detail Shot
Outfits (3 Max)
Partial Back View
Grayscale Digital Painting
Bust - $40
Waist Up - $45
Color - +$5