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Emily Abeydeera

Concept Artist/Illustrator/Art Director

Senior

Hey there, nice to meet you! I’m Emily, a freelance Senior Concept Artist/Illustrator based in London.

Biography

With a lifelong passion for exploring storytelling through narrative, unique character design and rich world building. I convey meaning using bright colours, lots of personality and a touch of humour!

I've been creating work across the video game and entertainment industries for 13+ years (Both in-house & freelance). Working on game titles from AAA, Indie, mobile & tabletop, for much loved household name IPs as well as forging brand new worlds. I strive to communicate my ideas through the limitless lens of wonder and imagination!

Work Experience

2023 – Present day

Senior - Concept Artist / Illustrator (Freelance)

Ravensburger Global

Card and Concept Artist for Disney Lorcana TCG 

2023 – 2025

Senior - Concept Artist (Freelance)

Glowmade

King Of Meat with partners; Amazon Game Studios.
Developed the main character cast designs and contributed to their narrative design. Along with worldbuilding and visual development for the game environment.

2021 – 2022

Senior - Concept & production Artist (Freelance)

Dlala Studios

Disney Illusion Island, Nintendo Switch
Environment and prop concept art. Environment set design, mood pieces & illustrating/painting production art.

2020 – 2021

Senior - 2D Artist & Concept Artist (Freelance)

King

Crash Bandicoot: On the Run
*  Developed and set the 90's inspired, 2D illustration style. Illustrated a fullset for the core game and features.
*  Provided style guides and documentation.
*  Concept art for props within the environment.
*  Production art for a wide range of UI.

Education

Present day

Bachelor of Arts, Honors

MDX University London

Illustration