Darcy Kelly-Laviolette

@darcykellyl

Illustrator•Designer•3Dmodeler 🇨🇦 Exec. Creative Director at @sarasotascene Album Art | Merch Art | Logos Open for Freelance/Commissions
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Though I’m still currently working my job as Creative Director at Scene Magazine, as well as some side projects, I’ve been trying to ease into doing even more work that feeds my soul—the creative projects I originally set out to do after college. I’m officially opening up to freelance, part-time, contract projects, commissions, and similar. I’m experienced in character design, illustration, concept art, 3D modeling, album/merch art, graphic design, logo design, and layout. Outside of these, I’m constantly absorbing new skills and love undertaking new challenges. Though I love creatures, horror, and all things spooky, I’m also well versed in a myriad of styles. Scroll for more of my work, and feel free to DM me here or contact me through my website (link in bio) if you’d like more info or have a project in mind! Let’s make something cool together 🖤🤘🏽 . . . #art #illustration #characterdesign #characterart #creaturedesign #illustrator #artist #scifi #fantasy #fantasyart #vikings #demon #creative #metal #zbrush #photoshop #conceptart #conceptartist #gameart #ink #paint #music #newmusic #digitalart #3D #horror #horrorart #darkart #dnd #procreate
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2 years ago
Throwback to probably the coolest thing I’ve ever done! It’s been 4 years today since I could officially announce that I was lucky enough to work on a merch illustration for @la_dispute ‘s Panorama tour, in collaboration with @adamvass who completed the stellar logo design and layout. Those who know me well know that LD is my favorite band, so the gig meant a lot to me. The fact that these guys are so down to earth and wonderful to work with meant even more. To any of my EU/UK friends, keep an eye out for their upcoming tour! . . . #art #illustration #conceptart #characterart #creaturedesign #illustrator #artist #scifi #fantasy #fantasyart #music #crystals #shaman #ladispute #sketch #hardcore #photoshop #rock #conceptartist #gameart #ink #paint #painting #digitalart #digitalartist #horror #horrorart #darkart #posthardcore #band
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3 years ago
So honored to have my work on such a killer album! Check out the new @dealeyplaza EP release, Born Cursed. 💀🖤 . . . #art #artist #illustration #metal #metalhead #illustrator #darkart #ink #paint #newmusic #digital #digitalpainting #concept #conceptartist #scary #spooky #horror #EP #band #musicandart
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5 years ago
Family photo! 📸 These little guys will be up for adoption TOMORROW, Saturday May 9 from 5PM to 10PM at @uptownfunkmkt in St. Pete at @expectationsgallery . Hand crocheted from eyelash yarn with felt and lace accents stitched on. I’ll also have accessories available if you’re interested in jazzing them up 🤠 I’ll also be selling prints, bookmarks, magnets, and other goodies. Good opportunity to do some last minute Mother’s Day shopping, or just to come say hi and meet the gang! 🖤 . . #art #crafts #puppet #illustration #creature
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9 days ago
Meet our new little guy, Jet! ✨ For those who don’t know, I’ve recently gone full-puppet (at least that’s what my friends like to call it). It started earlier this year when I had the idea to make my partner a puppet for his birthday. Jet is crocheted by hand with faux fur yarn, while his mouth and fingers are stitched-on felt. As a creature designer and sculptor, making this little guy come to life was a way to stretch my creative muscles in a new way, which was extremely rewarding and, most of all—fun! A little bit off the tracks of my usual work, it scratched the itch of whimsy and fun that my day-to-day was missing. Making Jet inspired me to move forward with a series of hand puppets and finger puppets which I’ve been selling at local markets, and will eventually have available online (more on that soon). As always, feel free to let me know if you have any interest in prints, commissions, or custom puppets! . #art #craft #puppets #crochet #knitting
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11 days ago
Just a reminder that if you want to get up to something artistic and fun this Sunday, check out @friendlycityartfest in downtown Bradenton! I’ll be selling some prints, framed pieces, bookmarks, magnets, and some homemade, hand-knitted puppets. April 19, noon to 5PM—spread the word 🖤 . . #art #illustration #puppet #festival #horror
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1 month ago
If you’re in Sarasota this Friday and looking for plans, I’ll be selling prints at Calusa Brewing’s monthly night market! Stop by between 5-9PM to sip some great beer and check out all the vendors. 🤘🏽🖤 . I’ll have prints, framed pieces, stickers and buttons. Can’t wait to see you there! . . #art #illustration #darkart #horrorart #sarasota
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2 months ago
Excited to be able to share this one! I’ve recently been working on a series of illustrations for rereleases from @apeironboundmusic . “Astral Reflection - Rebirth” is now streaming on all major platforms, and I also created a shirt design inspired by the album release which is available in the Apeiron Bound merch store (link in their bio). The illustration is a blend of 3D modeling, traditional ink texture, and digital painting. From the band: “Astral Reflection - Rebirth” is a reimagining of the second to last track from our debut record “Multiplicity” released back in 2022. The themes explore clarity, chaos, transcendence, and rebirth through the personification of zen and chaos (yin and yang) ☯️ Featuring a brand new lineup and guest musicians, the song is given new life while paying homage to the past as we prep for new much for the upcoming year and beyond. Recording Credits ⬇️ • John Galloway - vocals, engineering, synth & additional lyrics • Gabe Reese of Centerless - vocals • Andrew Stout - guitars, composer, synth & backing vocals • Jack Kosto - guest guitar solo, engineering, mixing & mastering • Peter Albert de Reyna - session bass guitar • Kristopher Huffman - drums & percussion • Michael Calza - lyrics The A.B.C. 2025 - Apeiron Bound Collective ⬇️ • John Galloway - vocals, engineer & synth • Gabe Reese - vocals • Andrew Stout - guitars & synth • Cody Letts - guitars • Kyle Sokol - bass guitar • Kristopher Huffman - drums & percussion “ . #art #illustration #characterdesign #characterart #creaturedesign #illustrator #artist #scifi #fantasy #fantasyart #monster #demon #creative #metal #zbrush #photoshop #conceptart #conceptartist #gameart #ink #alien #paint #music #newmusic #digitalart #vampire #horror #horrorart #darkart #newmusic
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6 months ago
Happy Halloween! 👻✨🍂 @darcykellyl and I didn’t get to do a Halloween photoshoot this year, so I’m throwing it back to my all-time favorite one that we did in 2020. I photographed these using a long exposure technique to give the photos the dragged out ghost effect, no photoshop was used except for lighting adjustments and minor edits. . . . #halloweenishere #halloweenphotography #spookyvibes #creativephotographer #creativedirector #moodyportrait #horrorartist
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6 months ago
Announcing our long awaited single: “The Mechanist” Forged from the ashes of our EP “Points of Contention”, the Mechanist depicts an alternate perspective to the story of Hephaestus and his vengeful quest against the gods who have scorned him. Will his vengeance be quenched, or will he be cast from Olympus once again? Tune in Friday December 5th to find out. Artwork by @darcykellyl #metalmusic #musicrelease #clevelandmusic
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7 months ago
In honor of it being almost officially fall, here’s a throwback to a graphic I made for @moviehousepod , a podcast discussing all movies scary and strange! Give them a listen on @applemusic and @amazonmusic , and check out their profile for more info. 🎥 🍿 And as always don’t hesitate to contact me for prints, commissions, part-time work, or commissions. I love taking on new, exciting, and sometimes weird projects. 🖤🤘🏽 . . . #art #illustration #podcast #spooky #gothic #fantasy #fantasyart #creative #conceptart #conceptartist #pod #movie #movies #cinema #ink #paint #gothichorror #digitalart horror #horrorart #darkart
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8 months ago
“The red blaze of the moon flooded the room, a gory glow.” . It’s finally here! In honor of the Blood Moon, we’re revealing the artwork for the special edition of Fantasy/Horror novel, Lady Hell by @alyssapageauthor . The story follows Belle as she’s ushered into an arranged marriage to Bramwell Hellthorne, Lord of Valen. Residing in this gothic mansion on a cliffside far from home, Belle experiences both love and horror as her new haunted home and husband become more than she bargained for. The illustration was a fun (but challenging!) one to put together. I not only painted Hellthorne Manor featuring Easter eggs from the story, but also tackled visually interpreting the town of Valen. To those who supported the Kickstarter, your patience and support means the world to us, and we’re so excited to finally share this with you. 🖤 Lady Hell is available in E-book, Paperback, and on Kindle Unlimited. . . . #art #illustration #worldbuilding #characterart #creaturedesign #illustrator #artist #gothic #fantasy #fantasyart #possession #demon #creative #horrorerotica #conceptart #conceptartist #newbook #ink #paint #ebook #gothichorror #digitalart horror #horrorart #darkart #bloodmoon
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8 months ago