About me
Character designer, Concept artist and Illustrator.
I am very passionate about character design and have been since I was 16, though my passion for art started when I was much younger - around 8 years old. I have always been a big, big fan of all things Disney, Marvel and fantasy - most recently becoming interested in gaming (my favourites are Tomb Raider and Overwatch).
My career has always been heading towards character design - even before I knew what I wanted to study at university, I knew I couldn’t and didn’t want to do anything other than art. That is why I chose to study Comic and Concept art, with a focus on Concept art at De Montfort University where I got my degree in September 2024.
A lot of my personal development came from painting and drawing for myself with a lot of technical input from my teachers as to studies of form, lighting and colour (although I always go a bit crazy with the colours).
This is my portfolio with examples of recent and past work. There is a mix of personal and commission/paid work here as well as writing, planning and resources which are a bit more exclusive. I improve and grow with each project and would love to share this development with you.
Work with me
E-mail: diana@cotovan.com
Instagram: dianacotovanart
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Recommendations
I am delighted to recommend Diana Cotovan for her exceptional skills as a graphics designer. Diana has consistently demonstrated her talent and creativity across various projects, making her an invaluable asset to any team.
Diana has designed stunning shirt logos for me, showcasing her ability to capture and convey brand identity through her designs. Her work on high-end PowerPoint presentations has been nothing short of spectacular. These presentations, used at my public speaking events for the EA Ignite conference and the Administrative Professional Conference, have received numerous compliments for their professional and engaging design.
In addition to her design work, Diana also edits my YouTube videos and creates eye-catching thumbnails. Her attention to detail and dedication to producing high-quality content have significantly enhanced the visual appeal and effectiveness of my videos.
Diana is a fantastic graphics designer who combines creativity with technical expertise. I highly recommend her for any graphic design needs.
-Chris Menard (Microsoft Certified Instructor)
“It has been excellent working with Diana. She was attentive to my initial vision and really brought it to life, adding creative ideas of her own. She was generous with her time, making several iterations until we had it just right. Diana is great to work with and an excellent artist.”
-Sean Binder (Creator of Date or Dump)