Hi there! I go by the name Araenu, but you can call me Ara. It is a pleasure to meet you!I am a self-taught artist in traditional and digital mediums, originating from the UK. I specialise in freelance commission work for private clients. I would like to one day see my novels published, and run a patron-centric site for those interested in following my work.I’ve been interested in fantasy, sci-fi, and biology all of my life, and would often read storybooks and science encyclopaedias, watch nature documentaries, and draw made-up creatures in my free time at school.

It is only recently. that I found a niche to sell my art in, and I hope to build it up from here! I appreciate every person who supports in my journey, and hope that I can bring bigger and better projects along the way!If you have further questions, please check my FAQs or contact me via Discord.

Frequently Asked Questions

❤️ What art program and tools do you use for your digital art?Procreate on the Ipad Pro (12.9”), with the Apple Pencil (2nd Generation).🧡 What do you use for your traditional work?A simple biro/ballpoint pen! I like the scratchy look that cheap pens give, and enjoy shading with them as well.💛 How long have you been drawing for?Since 2008, roughly. Since I was 8 years old. My early art consisted of tiny little drawings on the corners or the back of my school books.💚 Will you draw my character for me?Yes! Please consult my commissions page for pricing.💙 You are writing a book?Yes! It’s a very long-term project that will be a trilogy in a high fantasy setting. It follows a boy named Namir, desperately trying to save his adopted daughter from a deadly disease, whilst the world around them falls into darkness. It begins when a star vanishes from the sky.A lot of my OCs are actually from this project, you can follow it at Project Worlds Beyond.💜 Where does the word ‘Araenu’ come from?The Araenu are a sapient species in my book. They live in a hemisphere on Aeula permanently shrouded in nightfall, known as the Nocturn. Their homeland is called Insomnis. Araenu are headstrong and stubborn people. but they make up for it in high stamina and intelligence, and an attuned sense of night vision.

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Commissions

So, you’re interested in commissions? That’s great!
I’d love to work with you to help bring a character or idea to life.I offer a varied selection of preset commission types to help make it easier to determine minimum price quote. If you think that none of these work for what you have in mind, feel free to DM via Discord or Twitter to discuss a custom commission, and I will happily help to build you a quote.

REFERENCE SHEETPrices and factors to be determined.

Notice: Custom built quotes are available! This commission type is fully customisable.The starting price will get you everything shown in the first image:- Two poses
- Three closeups (e.g. paws, character details, clothing etc.)
- Character info
- Colour paletteStarting at.............................£100+†
Basic Package.....................£100
+ Additional poses.............£20 each

(†Quoted price is dependant on complexity of project)

ADDITIONALSPlease take these additional prices into consideration, based on the project you wish to commission.+ Majority Artistic Liberty - Character Design…………….£50 per character
+ Shorter turnaround time (Max. 4 weeks)…………….…….£35

Past Commission Projects

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