illustrator · concept artist

Hannah Chowaniec

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My Work

Gallery

Here you will find a wide variety of my illustrations. From original characters, to portraits, to commissions, and even art studies, these pieces all tell a story. Find a section and tap an image to view it and browse through my work!

Section I

Illustrations

Here is a collection of illustrative work done for various purposes.

Breakout

Original Cover Art · 2025

Immortality

Editorial Illustration · 2020

Section II

Concept Art

These conceptual illustrations are for my original characters and worlds.

Introspection

Original Character Concept Art · 2026

Hope

Original Character Concept Art · 2026

Boy of the Ravens

Original Character Concept Art · 2025

Jane

Original Character Concept Art · 2018

Revelation

Original Character Concept Art · 2018

Roger Reno

Original Character Concept Art · 2017

Downpour

Original Character Concept Art · 2016

Drizzle

Original Character Concept Art · 2016

Section III

Portraits

This is a collection of portraits done for family, friends, and clients.

Chelsea's Wedding

Wedding Portrait · 2025

Marriage

Wedding Portrait · 2024

Wedding

Wedding Portrait · 2024

Self-Portrait

Self-Portrait · 2024

Couple

Portrait · 2024

Victoria

Portrait · 2024

Newly Weds

Wedding Portrait · 2023

Mom

Portrait · 2023

Uncle Norby

Portrait · 2023

Vanessa 1

Portrait · 2022

Vanessa 2

Portrait · 2022

Mary

Portrait · 2018

Section IV

Commissions

These commissions are examples of how I bring my clients' ideas to life through my art.

The Spookinite Coat of Arms

Family Crest · 2025

Nyghtmärr

Character Illustration · 2025

The Antechamber

Environmental Illustration · 2025

Abagail's Mourning Dove

Pen Illustration · 2025

The Spookinite House

Environmental Illustration · 2025

The Pumpkin Wraith

Character Illustration · 2024

Eternal Night

Book Cover/Album Art · 2019

Shadows on the Wall

Book Cover/Album Art · 2018

Section V

Studies

From figure drawings to mastercopies, these illustrations are examples of my dedicated practice and study.

Stress

Expression Study · 2025

The Head 1

Head Study · 2025

The Head 2

Head Study · 2025

The Head 3

Head Study · 2025

Skull

Head Study · 2025

Sekaa

Figure Study · 2025

Male Model

Figure Study · 2023

Malice

Expression Study · 2023

Crazy Eyed Child

Expression Study · 2023

Sad Child

Expression Study · 2023

Stretch

Figure Study · 2023

Dance

Figure Study · 2023

Lovely

Figure Study · 2023

Phone Call

Figure Study · 2023

Frustration

Figure Study · 2023

Skulls No. 1

Head Study · 2023

Skulls No. 2

Head Study · 2023

Skulls No. 3

Head Study · 2023

Skulls No. 4

Head Study · 2023

Skulls No. 5

Head Study · 2023

Alexandre Cabanel's Fallen Angel

Mastercopy · 2022

Girl

Light Study · 2018

Woman

Light Study · 2018

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My Creative Process

Great art is built upon, and derived from, an understanding of reality. Without a fundamental grasp on the world around us, one cannot effectively integrate imaginary concepts into a story or work of art. I approach my own work with this in mind — and it is only after this fundamental step that I allow my unbound imagination to influence the rest. My illustrations are consequently the result of extensive study and the infinite creativity of the human mind.

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My Art Studies

Here are some photos of my drawing desk and art study notes.

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Progression Shots of "Roger Reno"

Here are some progression shots of concept art for one of my original characters. His name is Roger Reno.

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Progression Shots of "Revelation"

These progression shots are for another original character named Richard. The title of this image is "Revelation".

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Progression Shots of "Jane"

These progression shots are for another original character named Jane.

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Progression Shots of "The Pumpkin Wraith"

These progression shots are from a commission for Spookinite Valley.

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Progression Shots of "Hope"

These progression shots are from another Jane concept art piece entitled "Hope."

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Progression Shots of "Introspection"

These progression shots are for a concept art piece named "Introspection."

Scream

This is a timelapse of an expression study. In this video, I capture the face of a screaming woman.

Crazy Eyed Child

In yet another timelapse of one of my expression studies, I draw the wild face of a child.

Sad Child

In this expression study, I illustrate the somber face of a child.

Portrait of Charlize Theron

Here is a portrait I did of the actress Charlize Theron.

Korean Model

This is a timelapse illustration of a Korean Model.

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About Me

From a young age, drawing has been my greatest passion. I knew early on that I wanted to make it my career. I began freelancing in high school, and have continued doing so throughout adulthood. There is so much I enjoy about the illustration process: from the technical aspect of composing, constructing, and rendering a scene, to the act of expressing my emotions and ideas. Drawing is something I've turned to during the most challenging moments in my life; it not only helped me grow through my struggles, but it saved my life. For this reason, it is my greatest passion and essential to my identity.

My illustrations have been featured on Crypt TV, the true crime videos of YouTuber Rob Gavagan, and the horror fiction website Spookinite Valley. Additionally, I have done personal portraits for clients for well over a decade.

I specialize in both digital and traditional mediums; however, my meticulous approach is always the same, and even the slightest details matter to me. I only ever wish to finish a client's project with mutual artistic pride and satisfaction.

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Contact

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions regarding commissions, collaborations, or even general comments. Use the email address below to get in touch with me!

hjcconceptualillustration@gmail.com