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Best freelance Illustrators in California to hire in 2025

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Jen Lai
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Olive - Holistic Food Scanner App

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Brand Identity & Custom Illustrations For Jam Bar & Restaurant

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Brand Identity For Events Management Startup (Mini Brand)

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Blanc

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Design of Darkness

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Logo & Website | Blue Drones

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Branding and app design for IOT app

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Illustration + animation for Giphy

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Incorgnito

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Flippy's diner

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YouDescribe Explainer Video

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Renewable Tech Explainer Video

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Internet Problems

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Blue Circle Health Explainer Video

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Bouncy Guy

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3D Phone Case Design for UNIF clothing brand

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Poster Design for Event for Lifestyle Brand "Feb 29"

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UPSTACK brand guidelines and website design

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Artist

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