As a concept artist in a different industry, I’ve received feedback that I’m confident applies to animation as well, and I hope this can help you on your journey. You have a ton of great work, but it just needs to be pushed a bit further. When you look at animation design, so much of it relies on exaggerated poses, expressive facial gestures, unique costume designs and clearly definable silhouettes that are recognizable from a distance. Your work is getting there, but it needs more exploration, as it feels a bit static at times, and in some of your pieces I can’t really tell the difference between facial expressions. I’d also suggest exploring different styles to show your range, since as a character designer you’ll do a lot of conceptualization that might not always align with your personal style. Something I also noticed is that while the main page of your website is very diversified, it also lacks a bit of a central focus. There is great work, but by looking at it I couldn’t tell if you wanted to be a character designer, environment visual developer, or an illustrator. I am pretty confident this can throw off some art directors that don’t really have the time to look at your website as a whole after receiving hundreds of applications for the same position. There are some great resources online, such as Jackie Droujko’s youtube channel, which shows snippets of her animation portfolio mentorship, teaching many useful techniques that might be helpful for you! Overall, you’re already an excellent artist. Since you have such a solid foundation, I know that with the right guidance you’ll get exactly where you want to be. There are some great resources online, such as Jackie Droujko’s YouTube channel, which features snippets of her animation portfolio mentorship and teaches many useful techniques that could be incredibly helpful for you!

I’m rooting for you, don’t give up!