The Art of Daniel CarrilloDaniel CarrilloCreative direction & illustration

Creative director & digital illustrator

Ideas with
a point
of view.

I’m Daniel. I build visual identities, original characters and illustration that give an idea its own voice.

Quito, Ecuador Working worldwide

Daniel’s illustrated alter ego: expressive eyes, a curled moustache and crossed pencils.
DRAWN FROM MY OWN WORLD. BUILT FOR YOURS.
Brand identity ✳ Character design ✳ Illustration ✳ Creative direction

Selected brand collaborations

Remind Insoles

Remind Insoles

Artwork for the Gnar Foot collection, including signature models for Christian Hosoi, Elliot Sloan and Zack Wallin.

Read the brand’s story ↗
Sullen

Sullen

Carrillo Badge: an illustrated reinterpretation of Sullen’s badge, bringing together art tools and tattoo culture.

Product artwork / Carrillo Badge

01 / Selected work

A few ways
an idea takes shape.

Full portfolio on Behance ↗
Marmota Courier identity with a smiling marmot pilot and custom lettering on red.

Marmota X Courier

01

Brand identity · Lettering · Character

A courier identity led by a friendly pilot character. Custom lettering and expressive illustration bring the same personality to the mark and its mascot.

A closer look

The design decision: connect the character and wordmark into one recognizable visual language, then let the character carry expression beyond the logo.

Trece Inkas craft beer lettering, monogram and identity variations in green and gold.

Trece Inkas

02

Brand identity · Lettering

A craft beer identity built around custom lettering and an Andean visual vocabulary. A family of marks gives the name several ways to appear.

A closer look

The design decision: develop a primary signature, compact marks and a monogram that remain visually related across different proportions.

Don Lucho restaurant character with an Andean hat, food and several illustrated expressions.

Don Lucho

03

Character design · Illustration

A food-loving character with an expressive face and a story in the details. A central illustration expands into poses and expressions.

A closer look

The design decision: retain the character’s silhouette and facial features while varying gestures, food and expression to create a consistent illustrated family.

Selected identity and character work. Explore the full portfolio on Behance.

02 / Ways to work together

Start with the idea.
Make every detail count.

For independent brands, agencies and creative teams looking for a distinct visual point of view.

01

Brand identity

Concept, custom lettering and a visual system that connects your logo to the way your brand communicates.

02

Characters & illustration

Original mascots, expressive characters and artwork for packaging, products and campaigns.

03

Creative direction

A clear visual concept, art direction and collaboration with your team from the first exploration to the final artwork.

Daniel Carrillo in his studio, wearing a black shirt, with tattooed arms crossed.
Daniel Carrillo / Quito, Ecuador

03 / The person behind the work

An artist’s eye.
A designer’s intent.

I’ve spent over 15 years working across branding, illustration and art direction. My practice connects the story behind an idea with the way it looks and communicates.

Skateboarding culture is part of that perspective: expressive, curious and willing to try another line. I bring that energy into thoughtful, detailed work for brands and creative teams.

Professional background ↗

Selected recognition

Behance
Portfolio Reviews

Recognition listed on my profile ↗

04 / Your next project

What are you
working on?

Tell me what you’re building, what you need and when you need it. We’ll work out the right scope together.

Send a project enquiry