---
title: Quinn Barker
description: "Character Illustrator and Animator "
url: "https://www.artsume.com/a/chaoticsnape"
type: artist
createdAt: 2026-08-08
updatedAt: 2026-08-26
disciplines:
  - Digital and Graphic Art
  - Animation
  - Pencil Drawing and Painting
location: "Thornaby, United Kingdom"
birthYear: 2005
---

# Quinn Barker

*Character Illustrator and Animator  | Digital and Graphic Art, Animation, Pencil Drawing and Painting | Based in Thornaby, United Kingdom*

## Artist Statement

I love doing character designs and animations first and foremost. Making people’s ideas come to life, as well as my own, is something I have always been passionate about, even from a young age. 

## Biography

Student with balanced background in art, drama and other extra-curricular activities. Diligent about preparing for examinations, competitions and assignments. Reliable and responsible with good communication and relationship-building abilities.

## Curriculum Vitae

### Education

- **2026** - Bachelor of Arts, in Animation, Northern School of Art College, Hartlepool
- **2023** - L1 + L2 Graphic Design, Rotherham College, Rotherham, (Distinction)
- **2023** - L3 Graphic Design, Rotherham College, Rotherham, (Merit)
- **2021** - Secondary School Qualifications, Wath Academy, Rotherham

### Professional Experience

- **2022 - 2023** - Young Producer, Grimm & Co, Rotherham
- **2021 - 2021** - Dish Washer, Elephant & Castle Hemingfield, Sheffield

## Portfolio

### Artist Showreel (2026)

*Animation Showreel*

An animated showreel showing all different animations from my time in university.

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### Yeah, I’m Fine. (2025)

*Animatic*

An animatic showing how depression can impact someone. Created for University.

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### Rose Tinted Lenses (2024)

*Animatic*

An animatic created for my second year at university.

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### The Fruit of your Eye (2025)

*Digital Illustration*

Fruits with eyes!

I wanted to just draw a few simple album covers that I had an ideas for. It was really fun to draw!

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### Holding Hands (2026)

*Digital Illustration*

Commissioned piece for Cole Ortiz of his character holding another’s hand.

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### Gambling? Yes please. (2026)

*Digital Scene Illustration*

A commissioned piece done for Karl Morgan of his character.

## Links

- **instagram:** https://instagram.com/chaoticsnape
- **x:** https://x.com/chaoticsnape
- **youtube:** https://youtube.com/@chaoticsnape
- **bluesky:** https://bsky.app/profile/chaoticsnape