DDDaniel is the illustration playground of me, Daniel Daringer, a designer, digital artist, and illustrator from Austria. What started as a way to break free from the strict rules of corporate graphic design has grown into something bigger: a bold personal brand and the direction I want to take my career.

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After years of working as a graphic designer and art director, I’m now shifting my focus fully toward illustration. I’m learning the business side of it, building my portfolio, and pushing my work into new spaces like editorial, branding, and publishing. My illustrations are loud, colorful, and character-driven. They may look playful at first glance, but there’s always more beneath the surface: layers of surreal, nostalgic, or emotional detail that invite a closer look.

 

For me, illustration is about storytelling and presence. It’s about helping people and projects stand out in a way that feels both authentic and unforgettable.