Paul M.

Retro Cartoonist & Mascot Designer | Hand-drawn 1930s Rubberhose Illustration | Character Design for Brands, Games & Children’s Books, Pure Retro Magic. I’m paulmckaryo, a cartoonist and vintage illustrator specializing in hand-drawn 1930s rubber hose animation style. I create bold, expressive cartoon mascots and nostalgic character illustrations that help brands, creators, and storytellers stand out with charm and authenticity. Since 2020, I’ve collaborated with over 400+ clients worldwide, earning more than 300+ five-star reviews for projects ranging from mascot design, retro character illustration, and children’s book illustration, to cartoon animation and 2D game visuals. My work brings back the timeless energy of classic cartoons, pure hand-drawn motion, expressive poses, and that warm, vintage feel that never goes out of style. ● What I Do Best - Cartoon & Mascot Design. I design unique cartoon mascots that become instant brand icons. From quirky automotive mascots to playful food packaging characters, each design delivers personality and storytelling power. - Vintage Illustration & Retro Art. Specialized in 1930s style cartoon illustration with expressive lines, bold color palettes, and old-school animation charm. Perfect for apparel, branding, packaging, and posters. - Character Design for Games & Animation. As a 2D artist, I design game-ready characters and cartoon animation assets that feel alive, emotional, and visually consistent. - Children’s Book Illustration. As a children’s book illustrator, I create wholesome, playful, and heartwarming visuals tailored for storytelling that captivates young readers. - Caricature & Custom Portraits, People cartoon and Pet animal cartoon. Fun, stylized caricatures with a vintage cartoon twist for personal or promotional use. ● Why Clients Choose Me - Authentic hand drawn style. No AI, no templates. Every stroke is original and designed to fit your story. - Deep understanding of storytelling & emotion. Each character I draw carries personality, movement, and purpose. - Clean, production ready files. I deliver layered, editable artwork suitable for print, apparel, or motion graphics. - Fast communication & dependable delivery. Clear updates, collaborative feedback, and results that exceed expectations. ● Past Work Includes - Character and mascot illustration for apparel brands, indie games, food & beverage companies, and social media creators. - Vintage cartoon posters and t-shirt designs inspired by classic American animation. - Children’s educational magazine and books layouts with illustrated stories for early learners (ages 3–6). - Logo and packaging mascots that combine marketing clarity with retro artistic flair. - Game visuals and 2D animation assets created for indie developers and creative studios looking for expressive, story driven characters. ● Art Style My art blends the expressiveness of rubberhose cartoons from the 1930s with modern composition and brand storytelling. I draw inspiration from classic animation, mid-century ads, and timeless character design, creating visuals that make people smile and remember. Expect: ✔ Clean outlines, dynamic poses, bold typography integration ✔ Warm color palettes and grainy vintage textures ✔ Playful character expressions that connect emotionally 🔴 Client Feedback “Paul nailed the vintage feel perfectly, it looks like something straight out of a 1930s animation reel!” “Incredible eye for character design. Fast, professional, and super easy to work with.” “Our brand mascot became a hit on social media. Highly recommended if you want real retro magic!” ❕ Let’s Create Retro Magic❕ If you’re looking for a creative illustrator, character designer, or cartoon artist who can blend nostalgia with storytelling, you’ve come to the right place. Whether it’s a cartoon mascot, children’s book illustration, 2D game visual, or vintage-inspired design, I’ll bring your ideas to life with the soul of hand-drawn animation and a style that stands the test of time. ❕Let’s bring back the golden age of cartoons, one character at a time❕