Irmão Macário is the alter ego of Mário Pires

Character Designer & Visual Developer | Bringing Characters to Life Through AI-Enhanced Artistry
I specialize in creating compelling, fully-realized characters for games, film, animation, and publishing—combining cutting-edge AI tools with traditional artistic techniques to deliver character designs that resonate.

What I Do:
I create character designs and visual concepts that bring stories to life. My hybrid approach leverages AI for creative exploration and rapid iteration, combined with traditional artistic refinement to ensure characters have depth, personality, and visual impact.

My Approach:
With decades of experience as a visual artist (since 1984), I bring a deep understanding of composition, lighting, and storytelling to character development. I believe technology should serve creativity, not replace it—which is why my process blends the speed and possibilities of AI with the nuance and craftsmanship of traditional art.

Who I Want to Work With:
Game studios, animation teams, indie creators, and publishers who need distinctive characters that audiences remember.
📩 Let’s collaborate on your next character-driven project.