Hey
I'm Rafael Lima,
but you can call me
Rafo!
I’m an illustrator based in Salvador, Brazil, with a background in architecture, which is where my passion for visual storytelling started. I enjoy creating bold, playful artwork that helps both people and brands communicate in a more human and fun way.
Exploring different illustration styles and creative approaches is one of my favorite parts of the process, bringing ideas to life through thoughtful design and expressive visuals. I’m always looking for new opportunities to contribute to cool, meaningful projects.
When I’m not working, I’m probably chilling with my cat Paçoca, surviving horror movies, getting emotionally destroyed by drama films, playing videogames, practicing piano (wait, just a few more things...), overthinking my life in therapy, hitting the gym or just wandering around downtown. Uhh… that’s a lot of stuff.
Experience
Freelancer 2D illustrator since 2020.
Worked in motion design from 2019 to 2025. (still into it!)
Collaborated with studios and clients from Brazil, Portugal and the US.
Worked on projects across a variety of industries, including animation, web and advertising.
Skills
Skilled in creating high-quality illustrations using both Photoshop and Illustrator, with additional experience in motion design through After Effects.
Clients
Amazon Prime Video (BRA), Allianz Parque (BRA), Electy (BRA), PluginPlay (US), Luna Park (US), Pacaso (US) and more.