Nephiam
✦ Freelance Digital Artist based in Spain ✦
I'm Nephiam, a freelance digital artist based in Spain.
Art has been my passion since I was a little kid, and I've made it my life's quest to live off my skills.
I'm still deciding what path I want to follow, but in the meantime I'm mainly a Commission Artist trying to branch into Merch too!
Please take a look at what I have to offer, I won't disappoint you! ★
Here, a picture of my manager (my meownager, if you will), Kael, to bribe you into hiring me!
✦ Portfolio ✦
✦ Personal Work ✦
✦ Commission Work ✦
✦ Animation ✦
✦ Nephiam's commissions ✦
Commission Status: Open
✦ Style A ✦
A simple style.
The shading consists of series of gradients and some accents here and there in metallic parts. The skin has simple, regular shading to give it a cool effect.Very good with gradient backgrounds or no background at all.Animations use this style by default.
| Type | Price | Background |
|---|---|---|
| Chibi | 70€ | 10€ to 100€ |
| Half-Body | 110€ | 10€ to 150€ |
| Full-Body | 130€ | 10€ to 150€ |
| Portrait | 70€ | 10€ to 100€ |
✦ Style B ✦
My regular style.Anime style, but soft instead of the classic cel-shading.Something you'd see in a Dating Sim or Visual Novel.
Colors are usually bright and a bit saturated.Very versatile, good for either simple character art or full illustrations with background. Animation can be added to specific parts.
| Type | Price | Background |
|---|---|---|
| Chibi | 100€ | 10€ to 150€ |
| Half-Body | 130€ | 10€ to 200€ |
| Full-Body | 150€ | 10€ to 200€ |
| Portrait | 90€ | 10€ to 150€ |
✦ Style C - So you have chosen Death ✦
Similar to my regular style, but I've decided I want to suffer and make it extra complicated for everyone involved.It relies more heavily on using textures and multiple shadow/lighting layers to deliver that Top-Notch™ ambience effect.Very good for full illustrations.
| Type | Price | Background |
|---|---|---|
| Half-Body | 160€ | 10€ to 400€ |
| Full-Body | 200€ | 10€ to 400€ |
| Portrait | 110€ | 10€ to 150€ |
✦ additional info ✦
An extra fee of 10% will be applied to clients inside the European Union.Payment in installments is possible for 100€+ commissions, just let me know beforehand.Any Extra Characters involved in a single piece will be priced as 75% of the first character's price.Background prices highly depend on complexity and it will be discussed during sketch phase.May charge extra for complex armour, weaponry, patterned cloth and very intrincate designs in general.There's a fee for cutting the line in The Queue. It's 20€. The client will be put at the top of The Queue and their commission will be dealt with as soon as possible.Animated extras are bound to a different price and will be priced accordingly to the complexity and frames involved in the animation. This price will be discussed during the sketch phase and it's flexible to changes.Some kinds of animation may not be doable because I either lack the skills or the program.From the 5th commission onwards, you count as a Returning Client and will be offered a 10% discount on each commission afterwards.
✦ Special Commissions ✦
✦ Flash Commissions ✦
Flash Commissions are a wildly popular commission type.
I open three slots for these Portrait Sketches every Friday, to be drawn during Saturday (sometimes Sunday).
These come in two types with fixed prices: Complex and Simple.
Complex price: 40€
Simple price: 30€
✦ YCH (Your character here) ✦
YCHs are a popular commission type.
The illustration is drawn beforehand, only leaving a default model for your character to fill. Choose the husband of your liking and, instead of that default model, you'll get your Warrior of Light in a picture tailored for you.
emet-selch x wol
Price: 60€
YCH prepared for Midlanders (M/F), Miqo'te (M/F), Viera (M/F), Au Ra (F).Clients may choose WoL's expression.
crystal exarch x wol
Price: 100€
YCH prepared for Midlanders (M/F), Miqo'te (M/F), Viera (M/F), Au Ra (F).Clients may choose WoL's expression, if they want the Exarch's fingers inside WoL's mouth or not, and if the Exarch is hooded or unhooded.Light clothes are advised for this one!
Haurchefant x wol
Price: 80€
YCH prepared for Midlanders (M/F), Miqo'te (M/F), Viera (M/F), Au Ra (F).Clients may choose to keep the snow on WoL or not, their expression, and add an extra version with cinematic border and subtitles for free. Subtitles' dialogue and color chosen by client.
✦ art nouveau ✦
Art Nouveau illustrations have a distinct stained glass style and are full of symbolism and patterns.They make for beautiful art pieces and even better t-shirt designs.The preparation work for one of these is more extensive than a regular commission, since they need research of themes and aesthetics to fit the character the client wants represented. Hence, they're more expensive than regular backgrounds.I'd like to think it's worth it, though.
✦ Comic page ✦
To be added.
Working on SFW examples and pricing.Reference prices so far are:
·150€ per Black&White + Splash of Color page
·250€ per Fully Colored page
Kolvek Special
I am given full freedom for the commission pose, background, etcetera.
I will ask for hard 'no's and preferences for the commission to ensure it's as close to the client's vision of their character as possible.
Kolvek Special 2.0
The same, but the client won't see the commission until it's fully done.
It's a risky but highly rewarding experience, as per my clients's words.
Skeb style basically.
There's no returns for these.Both these commission types require a certain degree of trust and closeness, so I won't accept these from first-time clients. I need to know the characters and the client's preferences properly to fully ensure the client's satisfaction.
✦ Terms of service ✦
My Queue™ is very long at the moment, so it may take me a long time before I'm able to work in your commission. I've eventually delivered every single commission I've been trusted with, though.You may ask for past client's recommendations and comments if you don't trust me; I have plenty!✦ Commercial UseAll prices listed are for non-commercial use only.For commercial use, tell me beforehand so we can discuss pricing.You may ask for commercial use later on, and it'll given to, after proper payment.Under no circumstances will be my work allowed to mint NFTs, AI or crypto usage.✦ Refund Policy
In case the client wishes to cancel the commission, 50% of the deposit won't be refunded. If the commission is already in the colouring stage, a refund won't be provided.I reserve the right to refuse service to anyone if I find a commission offensive, harmful, in any way illegal or if it's not my area of expertise since I don't want to compromise the quality of my work. I am not required to disclose my reasoning.
✦ Commission Steps ✦
✦ 1 - References & ThemeFirst I'll request details regarding the commission. Visual references are necessary, being of the character itself or visual examples of the wanted design for me to create it myself. Background if wanted, pose, mood... etc.If the character depicted is a World of Warcraft one, a WoWhead outfit may be neccessary, specially for plate and/or if the weapon is too complex.If the character depicted is a Final Fantasy XIV one, the name of the set or mods may be asked, for the same reason. XIV gear is difficult!✦ 2 - Sketching PhaseI'll roughly sketch the pose and background, then ask for approval. If I'm given the approval I'll continue and draw a more detailed sketch, then ask for approval again.I may draw more than one rough sketch if the client has more than one idea or is unsure about it.If the client is satisfied, I'll demand the full payment in that very moment.If the client tells me some changes must be made, I'll change them and ask again until satisfied.However, if the client wants a whole new different pose, angle or background after I've drawn the detailed sketch, I'll ask for an adequate extra, since it'd be like sketching a new comm. The fee may vary from $5 to $15 depending on complexity.Be aware that if I have to change the whole setting, the first pose will be stored for future uses, either as regular commission or YCH.✦ 3 - PaymentThe invoice will be sent, notifying any discounts the client may have and roughly explaining what the commission type is in the description.Only after the payment has been sent I'll work on the piece. I WON'T work until I see the operation on my account, doesn't matter if the client tells me they had problems with it or already sent it. Even a screenshot won't do. This is a, sadly, really common scam.I may do exceptions for regular clients I trust.✦ 4 - Work In ProgressI'll sent as many WIPs (Work in Progress) pics as I consider necessary, or whenever the client asks for it. Additionally, when I get to the coloring part I'll send another WIP to ask for approval.The client may demand any color changes in this moment. I'll change hues and saturations as needed.Keep in mind more complex illustrations with a lighting source -especially if ambiental- will have the colors altered to match the setting of the piece.I may also alter the color palette to fit my style, but I'm flexible about it.✦ 5 - Done!The piece is done! I'll send a high resolution version, as well as any variations I may do or you may ask for (example: different enviromental lightings, different clothing, etc) and watermarked versions. The client may ask for the lineart and I'll provide.If the process has been recorded I may send the timelapse too.The piece will usually be sent as a .rar in a private Google Drive link. It'll stay for some weeks but I recommend downloading it. If lost, just ask me and I'll post it again!✦ TipsAbsolutely optional but highly appreciated!
✦ Client reviews ✦
Meli
Working with Neph is an absolute delight. Besides her delivering the most stunning, highest quality artwork, she's also extremely fun to talk to and will often throw in her own ideas to make the piece even more perfect. I absolutely love the pieces I got from her so far and will certainly be back for more. 5 Stars. :3
Linx
It's incredibly easy to forget gifts, I'm horrible at
remembering when something is coming about.
I've found Neph's flash comms (when acquirable) are
the perfect go-to's. Everyone loves receiving art of
their OC and the way Neph can frame these quick
turn around productions is a skill not to be
underestimated. I have very quickly become a
regular because of her ability to communicate and
work with me on my very, often some times,
rushed instances.
Sunset Spartan
In a sea of online artists, Nephiam truly stands out among them. Her unique style and attention to the slightest details make scenes come to life in ways that go beyond expectation. Nephiam truly shines when given a vague idea and told to see where it takes her. The outcome is always astounding, leaving you to wonder how she manages to capture so much in such a small space. Her characters are full of emotion and her backgrounds are majestic. Not only would I recommend commissioning Nephiam for her art, I recommend joining her Discord to meet her merry band of fellow artists. I have and will continue to seek her out for art in the future.
Luke
Neph is one of the most incredible people to work with. Friendly, inclusive of all genders, and is genuinely interested in what she's drawing for you.
She made me enter my corruption arc and I don't regret it ❤️
Tsuchinoko
100% can't recommend Neph enough. She's one of the few artists who I feel really comfortable commissioning because the experience is so personable. The art you get out of it are always bangers as well! She's somehow able to put my word soup and scuffed references together to make my characters hot and exactly how I imagined. Give her your money now.
Linx
When thirst is mutual, the product is 1000% the
best. The snarkiness of this one, plus the lighting?
Hard to believe she did it in a day. 12/10, I can't
stop coming back around.
Mina
Nephiam was a wonderful Artist to work with, my experience with them has been nothing but pleasant as I have commissioned them twice now! They're very communicated and were very friendly during the whole process. And each end product left myself and my Girlfriend in shock with how wonderfully detailed and amazing they looked. I 100% will be coming back to her for my next commission!
Linx
Giving Neph a general prompt is just the start of an
incredible process. Somehow she always seems to
take it and run and blow it out of the park.
Kia
YCH commissions are so lovely, I love how Nephy's able to translate my character in her art and the way she does it leaves me extremely breathless. This is the first time I've ever had one and I am looking forwards to getting another one! ❤️
Lady Asmodee
Nephiam is a hard working artist capable of trying her best for project she never did before (aka this vtuber background that she prepared for EACH LAYER to be ready for animations)! I recommend her if you want poggie background or any streamers related products (her chibis are the best for twitch pannels ♥)
Kia
Nephy creates such wonderful pieces and even if I'm a bit at loss as to what I want in a piece, she's great at giving out helpful suggestions that I can roll with and it's great talking back and forth as the pieces take shape according to the vision. What a delight!
Linx
I've been privledged to test out a few things wth
Neph, and the results are fantastic. I use these all
over the place on discord and people love them.
11/10, will do more if she's willing!
Lemon
I recently had the pleasure of having my first commission with Neph and she was amazing! 🤩 The process was stress free and fun! Not to mention my art commission was magnificent, splendid PERFECT EVEN! I’ve already asked to be on the queue for a larger commission!! Rating: out of this world 🌎💫
Lady Asmodee
Ordered this piece for my partner and I relationship birthday, gave to Nephiam a picture to uses as a reference and a vague idea for my partner OC's and she did an amazing job making him so much sexy in that art :>
Linx
Neph's attention to detail is so freaking great. I
envy her abilities and it's just one of the several
skills that keeps people around.
Linx
My first (technically) commission was the hungry
Exarch YCH. This was the start of a repeated visit
to her talent. The fun scene and well executed
lighting as well as her questions on what to do
were all signs of a solid and professional artist!
Mewdekaiser
Getting work done from Neph never dissapoints. Even when I bully her with things outside of her comfort zone she delivers above and beyond what I expect.
