Artist Spotlight

Adedayo Victor Adeoye 🇳🇬

Adedayo Victor Adeoye 🇳🇬

Comic Artist

Adedayo is a comic book artist and creator dedicated towards making comics that focuses on Africa and her rich cultural backgrounds and heritage. Through platforms such as Comics Archive Africa (Largest collection of independent and black comic books) and Comic Con Ibadan (First and official geek and pop culture event in West Africa's largest city), I also promote African comics, animations and other creative contents as well as creatives that come out of Africa and the black creative community. I published my comic book Jogunomi where I also created and explored Afroblot; a pattern of African comic book creation that uses the colours black, white, grey and red colours only in creating comic book pages. A variation of this style was used for my Shattahs contribution

Adesida Onome 🇳🇬

Adesida Onome 🇳🇬

Colorist

Adesida started professionally as a comic book colorist around 2014, and has since then worked on titles such as Olaju, Strike guard, Diiche, O kingdom come, Ekun, Lil thunder and many others- before finally setting out on the self-publishing trail that birthed his personal project Cursed Clouds.

Alexander Castro 🇧🇷

Alexander Castro 🇧🇷

Sketch Layouts Pencils

Is a Brazilian artist. I have always drawn. My biggest influences in the arts are: Jack Kirby, José Luis Garcia Lopez, Burne Hogarth and Loomis, among others. Working for Shattahs Comics was one of the most incredible things I have ever done. I was able to draw several cool characters in various situations, from conversations to incredible, breathtaking battles! I can only thank Shattahs and the rest of the team for letting me be a part of this movement.

Audeva Joseph   🇭🇹

Audeva Joseph 🇭🇹

Interior Artist

@liv_vesta

Audeva Joseph is a native Haitian. She was born and raised in Port Au Prince where she currently lives. As far as she can remember, Audeva has always wanted to be an artist. With more than 15 years of experience. She has worked in various fields such as storyboarding, graphic novels, educational and scholarly content, general advertising, etc. Now as a freelance illustrator with a particular interest in fantasy and children’s picture books, She takes pride in bringing diverse characters to life and has illustrated several children’s story books.

Babatunde" Blaze" Odulesi 🇳🇬

Babatunde" Blaze" Odulesi 🇳🇬

Character Design

@Xander_blaze_odulesi

A Digital & Traditional Artist | Freelancer | Sports Activist ​Known across the digital landscape as Xander Blaze Odulesi (XBO), Alexander is a multidisciplinary artist who bridges the gap between the tactile beauty of traditional media and the limitless possibilities of digital illustration.Mande from Shattahs felt like it was part of me in a way, and I fell in love with it almost immediately. ​This intrinsic bond with Mande fueled a creative spark that transcends simple illustration, resulting in work that is as much a personal reflection as it is a professional masterpiece.

Cassandra Mark 🇳🇬

Cassandra Mark 🇳🇬

Interior Artist

@theart.of.wani

Cassandra Mark is a published author, 2D animator, and illustrator whose work has earned multiple industry awards. With nearly a decade of experience, she specializes in asset creation, character and game design for mobile apps, websites, and virtual learning. Her work spans television, Web3, comics, and video games, with a client portfolio that includes Disney, UNESCO, The Comic Republic, YOUNEEK Studios, ULESSON, KUGALI, and Dark Horse Comics.

Clovis Batebola 🇧🇷

Clovis Batebola 🇧🇷

Interior Artist

A comic artist from a place known as Estradinha, in the interior of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. I started drawing at the same time I became literate (1987 - my teacher read the comics with me to help me) and never stopped. I studied journalism and law in college, but the opportunity to work in comics only happened in 2019. My art style is traditional old school (or I try to), but with a dark touch, full of gray tones and flashing lights. I always mix new digital tools. I've had countless artistic experiences that have helped me expand my skills and with each job I've been experimenting with new possibilities (always with the client's consent, of course).

Dadirai Mushayandebvu 🇧🇼

Dadirai Mushayandebvu 🇧🇼

Graphic Design Artist

Passionate Artist with a creative edge, dedicated to making a meaningful impact in every endeavor. With a background in both entrepreneurship and artistry, I thrive on exploring innovative solutions and pushing the boundaries of creativity. My journey as a freelance artist has instilled in me a profound appreciation for aesthetics and the power of visual storytelling. I thrive on exploring innovative solutions and pushing the boundaries of creativity. My journey as a freelance artist has instilled in me a profound appreciation for aesthetics and the power of visual storytelling. Driven by an insatiable curiosity and a hunger for new challenges, I

David Omobolaji 🇳🇬

David Omobolaji 🇳🇬

Interior Artist

David Omobolaji is a comic book artist and founder of Scourge comics. I'm passionate about visual storytelling. I've worked on titles like; Erinle, Vex and Ecclesia. Working on the Shattahs Comic project has been a great experience, it pushed me to explore new skills, especially with camera angles, poses, and overall storytelling. It’s been a fun and challenging ride so far.

Deon Donovan 🇺🇸

Deon Donovan 🇺🇸

Writer

Deon Donovan is a screenwriter and director specializing in comedy. He has a BFA in Creative Writing and a MFMA in Film from Full Sail University.

Edgar Tavitas (Tavaz) 🇲🇽

Edgar Tavitas (Tavaz) 🇲🇽

Known in the art scene as Tavaz, is a Mexican colorist emerging as one of the most promising visual voices in the independent comic industry. His style—defined by cinematic lighting, bold contrasts, and emotionally driven storytelling—transforms every page into an immersive experience. In addition, he was a finalist in the prestigious *Pixelatl SecuenciArte* competition with his comic Lobo Blanco, showcasing his abilities not only as a colorist but also as a complete storyteller. Alongside his professional work, Tavaz develops original universes such as Rocket Girls Mexiverse and Rockabilly Monsters. With Shattahs he blends retro sci-fi aesthetics with bold, distinctive visual storytelling that resonates with modern audience.

Emmanuel "Emax" Olumide 🇳🇬

Emmanuel "Emax" Olumide 🇳🇬

Character Artist

@Emax169

I'm Olumide Emmanuel, a comic book artist, character designer, illustrator and also a colorist

Emmanuel Jon Jones 🇳🇬

Emmanuel Jon Jones 🇳🇬

Illustrator

With over a decade of experience in the industry, Emma Jones brings vibrant worlds and unforgettable characters to life. His impressive portfolio includes collaborations with top indie comic book companies such as Black Sands Entertainment, MDV Comics, Kumba Concepts, and Dark Storm Comics. A proud contributor to Nigeria's local comic scene, Emma lends his expertise in character design and storyboard art to emerging studios.The character 'Father' is a striking artwork that embodies darkness, a mysterious villain who commands attention and inspires fear.

Esther Tawo 🇳🇬

Esther Tawo 🇳🇬

Cover Graphics

Harley Tawo is a Nigerian visual designer with a passion for visual storytelling through digital art and graphic design. With a thoughtful eye for composition, detail, and balance, she brings clarity and polish to every piece she works on. Her background in digital art and design shapes how she approaches creative work, focusing on refining illustrations into cohesive, publication-ready comic covers that feel intentional and visually engaging.

Frank Sunday 🇳🇬

Frank Sunday 🇳🇬

Colorist

@frank_destiny_colorist

A professional digital comic book colorist with a keen eye for colors and a passion for bringing stories to life. My approach to Shattahs was wondering if it was a Grand Theft–style comic because the first page had gangster characters. Everything was clear and easy to read. Great job to the script writer and line artist for making the pages easy to work on. Lookig forward to work on more Shattahs pages in the future if the opportunity comes.

Jay Hero 🇺🇸

Jay Hero 🇺🇸

Cover Artist

Jay is an illustrator, graphic designer, and writer. He is the creative director of Heronation and has a passion for comics, superheroes, art and social change. Over the years, his passion has guided him to collaborate with esteemed clients like DC Comics, Milestone, and Image Comics. Jay hero piece captures one of the most heartbreaking moments in the story, blending raw emotion and violence in a way only Jay could. We’re beyond proud of how it turned out. We’re honored to have Jay in the Shattahsverse

Napu Ahia 🇺🇸

Napu Ahia 🇺🇸

Graphics Art Letterer

Born in Honolulu, Napua spent much of her childhood in the hospital, captivated by Archie comics for their art before she could even read. Her love for comics ignited when she discovered Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles at the library, sparking an obsession with Marvel and a full-blown comic book geekdom—culminating in a superhero-themed wedding! With 15 years of experience in graphic design and web development, Napua took up digital painting as a fun hobby, only to turn it into a career thanks to the encouragement of Sam Campos. She now colors Pineapple Man: Old School Lock Up, collaborates with the Hawaiian Comic Book Alliance, and provides flat colors for an award-winning comic series, while also working with a mainland publisher. In her downtime, she enjoys MMO gaming, urban fantasy novels, and family time—whether comic shopping with her husband, collecting Pop vinyls with her sister, or watching zombie movies with her mom.

Nuel Aluyi  🇳🇬

Nuel Aluyi 🇳🇬

Cover Artist

@leunsensei

Leunsensei, a Nigerian artist who loves bringing imaginations to life through my art. Working on Shattahs has been an amazing experience. I really love how the project creates space for Black representation and gives artists like me a platform to shine. it’s about being part of something that’s breaking barriers and opening doors for more Black creatives in the comic industry. I’m proud to be part of that journey.

Oluwadamilola Akinayo 🇳🇬

Oluwadamilola Akinayo 🇳🇬

Graphics Art Letterer

Oluwadamilola Michael Akinayo is hardcore comic fan, fan artist, graphic designer and letterer. He was inspired by Wes Abbot formerly of ComicCraft who did the lettering of the classic X-Men #1 drawn by Jim Lee, which he read as a kid. He also learned lettering from John Roshell of ComicCraft and Nate Piekos of Blambot.

Oluwasegun Babawale

Oluwasegun Babawale

Graphics Art Letterer

Oluwasegun Babawale is a comic book letterer with four years of experience and a genuine passion for the craft. He works primarily in Adobe Illustrator, with a sharp eye for balloon placement, font selection, and sound effects that actually serve the story. He has worked with studios like Comic Arena, Gatehouse 28, and Screamin' Rabbit, lettering titles such as Juiceman, Cassie's Diary, FUSION, Black Cardinal, and more. He takes every project seriously, regardless of the size.

Oz Ezeogu 🇳🇬

Oz Ezeogu 🇳🇬

Cover Artist

Oz is a visionary illustrator with over a decade of experience, specializing in crafting compelling visual narratives across various mediums, including comics, children's books, and digital art. My artistic prowess extends beyond illustration; A storyteller at heart, committed to using my art to inspire and engage. Driven by a deep passion for visual storytelling, I continue to push the boundaries of illustration, always seeking new ways to innovate and connect with audiences through my work.

Ozegbe Princess Adaobi 🇳🇬

Ozegbe Princess Adaobi 🇳🇬

Illustrator

A Nigerian illustrator, cinematographer, visual storyteller, and author with over four years of experience bridging imagination and reality through story. She is also a lover of astronomy, nature, and books. She believes education and art are as interdependent as roots and trees. Through stylish illustrations and animations, she enjoys imparting knowledge in visually compelling ways. She draws inspiration from various forms of media: music, anime, film, comics, spoken word, and more. She is currently writing an educational book, a lifelong dream she looks forward to sharing with the world.

Pauly Halweendo 🇳🇦

Pauly Halweendo 🇳🇦

Graphics Art Letterer

I am a professional Graphic Designer out of Namibia and have been been working with music since 2015 and have been progressively getting better at working on it. I have been mixing and mastering not only my own projects but the projects of friends and others over the years. I use FL Studio and mainly work on Hip Hop and Rap projects but have recently been broadening my portfolio to include other genres.

Prince Nzayisenga 🇷🇼

Prince Nzayisenga 🇷🇼

Graphics Art Designer

@Prince_social_swag

Prince is a Creative Social Media Specialist passionate about content creation, teaching digital marketing tools on YouTube, and helping startups set up online systems through automation and Meta Ads. I love filming videos and transforming ideas into engaging digital content

Rick Joseph 🇨🇦

Rick Joseph 🇨🇦

Graphic Art Letterer

Rick is an indie comic book letterer (and sometimes artist) based in Canada. He has collaborated with numerous talented indie creators helping bring their stories to life one word balloon at a time. Lettering everything from children’s books to superhero stories to sci-fi/fantasy comics. He has a great love and appreciation for comic art, design, typography, and is a self-proclaimed font nerd! The artwork and action sequence on the first page establish the tone for Shattah’s lettering style.

Rocha Sanderson 🇧🇷

Rocha Sanderson 🇧🇷

Sketch Layouts Pencils

Sanderson. Brazilian, born in Cabo Frio, Rio de Janeiro. The entire process is done on paper, in the traditional way, with pens and inks. A draftsman since adolescence, he has held exhibitions, worked in RAP, HIP HOP and TRAP studios, where he created several album covers. Always encouraged by his teacher FÁBIO EMECÊ, he began a more in-depth study of comic book production. The teacher recommended the work of cartoonist Clóvis Batebola, and that's how Sanderson met Tell Our Own Tales, where he currently illustrates the pages of the comic book Shattahs.

Roshini Bartley 🇯🇲

Roshini Bartley 🇯🇲

Graphic Design Artist

Roshini — a multi-lingual freelancer with 8+ years of experience in SEO, graphic design, and virtual assistance. I help overwhelmed entrepreneurs and small businesses create visibility, stay organized, and elevate their brand online. I bring not just skill, but care, flexibility, and real partnership to every project.

Samuel Adekanmi 🇳🇬

Samuel Adekanmi 🇳🇬

Graphics Art Letterer

As a passionate scriptwriter and film director, Samuel is driven by the power of storytelling to captivate, inspire, and provoke thought. With a keen eye for detail and a dedication to authenticity, He immerse audiences in rich narratives that explore the depths of the human experience. This compliments his other talent of lettering very well crafting the words and fonts necessary to convey the right emotions to the readers. From concept to execution, I infuse every scene with creativity, vision, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Whether it's a thought-provoking drama, an adrenaline-fueled thriller, or a heartwarming tale of resilience, my aim is to provoke emotion, spark conversation, and leave a lasting impact on the hearts and minds of audiences worldwide.

Sean Lee Chun Hing 🇲🇾

Sean Lee Chun Hing 🇲🇾

Colorist

Sean Lee is a colourist from Malaysia with over ten years experience working in the comic industry, and has built a strong reputation for transforming narratives into visually striking art through his vibrant and dynamic colour work. Specializing in cover colour, Sean masterfully blends light and shadow with painterly rendering techniques, resulting in artwork that is both stunning and emotionally impactful. Fuelled by a passion for storytelling and an acute eye for detail, Sean continually seeks to push the boundaries of comic colouring. Sean has collaborated with some of the industry's leading publishers, including; Marvel, DC Comics, and Image Comics, as well as a diverse range of indie publishers.

Sekantši Mokhohlane 🇱🇸

Sekantši Mokhohlane 🇱🇸

Illustrator

A visual artist whose specialism is digital illustration. Originally from Maseru, Lesotho, he is mostly self taught and now produces comic books on a full time basis for his own projects and also for clients. In Lesotho there is very little appreciation for art. At Least in terms of recreation. I am not knowledgeable enough about what is happening in Southern Africa to provide an informed opinion.In Africa I actually was quite into Supa Strikaz, a South African comic book which now has a TV show. Worldwide, I have always loved X-Men and Batman because while the art was cool, I loved the human story they were telling.

Shahab Khan 🇮🇳

Shahab Khan 🇮🇳

Graphic Design Artist

Shahab Khan is an Author, Poet and Graphic Designer based in Bhopal, INDIA. Through his writing, Shahab explores important social topics, demonstrating a profound understanding of social dynamics and the need for change. His simple yet impactful style connects deeply with readers. His works are a fine blend of storytelling and social commentary. In addition to being a writer, Shahab is a skilled graphic designer. His creativity and meticulous attention to detail are evident in his artistic endeavors, reflecting his keen eye for design and aesthetics.