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PROJECT: Character design for an iOS app — one dog, five poses ABOUT I'm building an iOS walking app. The user's step count is the dog's walk. The dog lives primarily on the iPhone home screen as a widget, and the character IS the product — it's the first thing anyone sees and the reason people will download it. I need one dog character, designed once, in five emotional states. THE CHARACTER - A dog. One breed, your recommendation welcome — something warm, rounded and approachable. Puppy proportions (large head relative to body, short stubby legs). - Personality: always fine, always eager. Never sad, sick, tired or pitiful. Even the "waiting" state reads as anticipation, not suffering. - Style: flat vector. Chunky rounded forms. Thick outer contour with lighter internal linework. Two-tone coat (a base colour with irregular darker patches) plus a cream underside running muzzle → chest → paws. Small fur-tuft notches in the silhouette at cheeks and chest. - Palette: 6–8 colours maximum, warm. - Explicitly NOT: pixel art, 3D, gradients, painterly rendering, thin delicate linework. THE FIVE POSES 1. CONTENT — sprawled flat, asleep, low and wide, eyes closed, tail flopped 2. PERKED — sitting upright in profile, alert, ears forward 3. READY — standing level, four legs planted, tail up 4. RESTLESS— head low, one front paw raised, rear slightly up, leash in mouth, about to move 5. WAITING — REAR VIEW, sitting, symmetric, facing away from viewer (as if looking at a door) Note pose 5 is a rear view and is effectively a separate drawing — it can't be derived from the side-view poses. That's intentional. HARD TECHNICAL CONSTRAINTS These are non-negotiable and are the difference between usable and unusable: 1. SILHOUETTE TEST. Each pose must be identifiable when rendered as a solid black shape at 60x60 pixels. I will test this on delivery. Poses must differ by POSTURE and overall mass, not by small details. 2. READABILITY AT 60pt. The primary display size is a 169x169pt widget, and it appears as small as 60pt. No line thinner than ~2.5% of the character's height. No detail that disappears at that scale. 3. LAYERED VECTOR SOURCE. Figma or Illustrator. Every part on its own named layer: Head, Ear_Near, Ear_Far, Muzzle, Nose, Eye_L, Eye_R, Mouth, Body, BellyPatch, Leg_FrontNear, Leg_FrontFar, Leg_BackNear, Leg_BackFar, Tail, Leash No flattened groups, no merged shapes, no rasterised elements. 4. JOINT OVERLAP FOR RIGGING. This one is easy to miss and critical: limbs, ears, head and tail must extend INTO the body/skull by roughly 15% of their width, not sit flush against it. I will rotate these parts in code, and a flush join exposes a gap the moment anything moves. 5. EXPRESSION VARIANTS. As separate layers on the base character: - Eyes: open, closed (happy arc), wide - Mouths: neutral, open with tongue These get swapped in code. DELIVERABLES - Layered vector source files (.fig or .ai) — all five poses - SVG export of each pose and each individual part - PNG exports @1x/@2x/@3x of each pose - A one-page style guide: palette with hex values, line weight rules, construction/proportion notes - Silhouette proof sheet: all five poses as 60px black shapes NOT IN SCOPE (may commission separately later) - Animation or rigging - Additional breeds - Shop items, furniture, environment art - App UI RIGHTS Full copyright assignment on final delivery — this is my product's identity and I need to own it outright, including the right to modify, extend and use commercially without restriction. Please confirm you're comfortable with assignment rather than a license, and price accordingly. All work must be original, with no stock or third-party elements. PROCESS - Paid style test first: one pose (READY), fairly compensated, before committing to the full set - Then full commission with 2 revision rounds - Attached: my five reference silhouettes, and a style reference image (for FEEL ONLY — please do not reproduce it; I need an original character)
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Hi, I'm excited about your project to design a dog character for your iOS walking app! It sounds like you need a friendly, approachable dog that resonates with users right from the home screen. I would focus on creating a character that captures positivity and eagerness across all five poses, ensuring each one stands out even at a small size. With 10+ years of experience in character design, I can create a flat vector style that emphasizes chunky, rounded forms and a warm color palette. I’ll guarantee that each pose meets your silhouette and readability requirements. I'm curious about your preferred dog breed. Do you have any particular traits in mind, or should I suggest one that fits the desired personality? Best regards, Kaya Creations
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Hi, What specific breed are you considering for the dog character? I can suggest a warm and approachable option that fits your detailed requirements. I specialize in character design with a focus on clean lines and clarity, ensuring the silhouettes are effective even at smaller sizes. I’ll create a lovable dog in five unique poses that align with the emotions you want to convey, ensuring each works seamlessly within your app. With my experience in vector illustrations and adherence to your technical constraints, I’ll provide layered files in Figma or Illustrator along with all necessary exports. I’m confident that I can deliver original artwork that captures the essence of your walking app while maintaining readability at all sizes. Looking forward to your thoughts! Best regards, Salman Malik
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Hello! I hope you’re doing well. I have carefully read your project requirements and understand exactly what you need. I have the skills and experience to deliver high-quality work with attention to detail and within your deadline. Why choose me? *High-quality and professional work *Fast communication and quick response *On-time delivery *Unlimited revisions until you’re satisfied *100% client satisfaction I am confident that I can complete your project efficiently and exceed your expectations. Let’s discuss your project so I can get started right away. Looking forward to working with you! Best Regards, Muhammad Jawad
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With Creative Brain on your side, you'll be getting more than just a skilled artist—I bring a valuable mix of Technical Expertise and Creative Vision to bear on every project I work on. As someone experienced in the realm of animation, I appreciate the importance of character design in conveying your app's narrative and drawing in users. Having worked with clients across various industries, I understand and respect that 'detail' is often what separates a successful project from one that falls flat. Your specific requests, such as clear vector-based design, strict quality control measures, and adherence to the tiniest technical aspects - all sit perfectly well into my skillset. I have invaluable experience translating ideas into visual stories, which will be crucial in bringing your one-dog-through-five-poses dream to life. And speaking of your desired art style, flat designs with bold lines and warm palettes, this is an area where not just my skills but also my sensibility thrives. All these put together makes me not only comfortable with copyright assignment but also eager to create a lovable brand for your app—an identity that will catch the user's eyes right from their home screen while imparting that essential warmth and enthusiasm you envision.
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Hello, I came across your project and it immediately caught my attention. You’re not just looking for a design — you’re looking for something that stands out, connects with your audience, and represents your brand professionally. That’s exactly what I specialize in. I’m a Professional Graphic Designer & Illustrator with 7+ years of experience, and I’ve helped multiple clients create eye-catching, meaningful, and high-quality designs — from logos to complete branding. What you’ll get if we work together: Unique & creative design (no templates, 100% original) Clean, professional & modern look Fast delivery with unlimited revisions (until you're satisfied) Clear communication & understanding of your vision High-resolution files ready for print & digital use My expertise includes: Logo Design | Illustration | Poster | Banner | Social Media Creatives | Business Cards | Brochures | T-shirt Design & complete Branding I follow a research-based design process, so your design won’t just look good — it will communicate your message effectively. ? You can check my portfolio here: https://www.freelancer.in/u/rahuldograarts I’d love to discuss your project in detail and bring your vision to life. Let’s create something amazing together. Best regards, Rahul Dogra
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⚠️ IF YOU’RE NOT HAPPY, YOU DON’T PAY. ⚠️ I have extensive experience designing engaging characters for mobile applications, helping clients create memorable identities that resonate with users. For your iOS walking app, I can craft a warm, approachable dog character that embodies eagerness and anticipation in all five poses. My designs will ensure clarity and readability at the required sizes, using a flat vector style with chunky forms and a warm color palette. I understand the importance of silhouette tests and layered vector files for your specifications. If you'd like to see examples of my character design work, please let me know. I look forward to discussing your vision further! Regards, Daniel
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Enrique here. Your project immediately caught my eye because the character isn’t simply an illustration — it’s the core visual identity of your app, so the poses need to remain instantly recognizable even at small widget sizes. I understand you need one original, warm dog character developed across five distinct emotional states, with particular attention to silhouette, proportions, layered vector construction, and future code based rigging. I can create the character in a clean flat vector style while following your layer structure, joint overlap requirements, expression variants, colour limitations, and 60px silhouette test. I’ll also provide the required SVG and PNG exports, style guide, and silhouette proof sheet, while keeping the artwork completely original and suitable for full copyright assignment. I’m comfortable starting with the paid READY pose style test before moving into the complete five pose set. I’d be happy to discuss the breed direction, references, timeline, and revisions. Regards, Enrique
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Hello, I can design cute cartoon dog characters for your iOS walking app. I have experience in creating friendly, simple cartoon illustrations in Canva. I will deliver: - 1 dog character with 5 different poses - Clean, modern cartoon style suitable for an app - PNG files with transparent background - Delivery in 4 days Can you share what style you prefer for the dog? Cute, realistic cartoon, or simple? Thank you, Gul
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Hi, I can create a clean, friendly dog character with five distinct poses while following the required silhouette, readability, layered vector structure, and expression requirements. I will provide editable source files along with SVG and PNG exports. I can also follow the specified layer naming and technical requirements carefully and provide revisions as requested.
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