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Ariel Carino

Portrait of artist Ariel Carino wearing graduation regalia and cap while holding bouquets of flowers and a teddy bear outdoors.

VCD – Illustration & Character Design

BDes · Class of 2026

I am Ariel Carino, a graduate from the School of Design under the Visual Communications program in Alberta University of the Arts. I specialize in character design and illustration, and my work is heavily inspired by anime and manga. I am also a hobby writer. It is my hope to bring my hobbies and specialties together and breathe life into the stories and characters that I create.

LOVE is a DRUG An informational poster that details the druglike effects caused by oxytocin, also known as the "love hormone".
magkabilang dulo A rough animation following the story of two girls on opposite ends, both leading very different lives.
Lucifer, the Falling Star A triptych that follows the key moments of the fallen angel, Lucifer. The imagery and visual style is inspire by stained glass, while still keeping a distinct style.
The House in Windwheel Woods An illustration depicting a location within a concept game, depicting an abandoned home in what is otherwise a scenic and magical forest.

Ariel Carino's Work

Ariel Carino's Work Colourful infographic-style poster featuring a stylized human profile, brain, heart imagery and text explaining the neurological and chemical effects of romantic love.
LOVE is a DRUG An informational poster that details the druglike effects caused by oxytocin, also known as the "love hormone".
Ariel Carino's Work
magkabilang dulo A rough animation following the story of two girls on opposite ends, both leading very different lives.
Ariel Carino's Work Three-panel illustration styled after stained-glass windows depicting the transformation of Lucifer from angelic figure to fallen angel through scenes titled Brilliance, Rebellion and Banishment.
Lucifer, the Falling Star A triptych that follows the key moments of the fallen angel, Lucifer. The imagery and visual style is inspire by stained glass, while still keeping a distinct style.
Ariel Carino's Work Digital illustration of a small abandoned cottage with a red roof situated within a magical forest illuminated by soft sunlight and glowing particles.
The House in Windwheel Woods An illustration depicting a location within a concept game, depicting an abandoned home in what is otherwise a scenic and magical forest.

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