About

Hi there! My name is Marjan, and I’m the artist behind the artwork on this website.

I fell in love with drawing while growing up in school. Art classes quickly became my favorite, and the opportunity to draw just felt like a good fit. I noticed I had a knack for it, thoroughly enjoying every moment.

How did I start making digital cartoons?

I was in my final year of high school when one day, I decided to change my Facebook profile picture to something cooler.

I went to YouTube and watched dozens of tutorials on how to turn a regular picture into a cartoon. Finally, I attempted to cartoonize myself. It wasn't perfect, but it was my very first digital portrait, and I loved it. Here it is below; I still keep it to this day:

My friends loved it too, and soon they started asking me to create cartoons for them. That got me thinking—what if I could turn this into something more?

I started offering my service on various platforms while I was still learning and improving. It took about a month to get my first customer, and from there, many more followed, all sharing positive feedback that kept me excited about what I was doing.

How was GoCartoonMe born?

In the beginning, I used other platforms to offer my cartooning service. It was through these platforms that I got my first orders and connected with amazing customers who kept the momentum going.

One standout individual was Cyndee Davis ❤️. After creating a couple of cartoons for her, she not only provided incredible feedback but also left the most generous tip at the time!

What's more, she went above and beyond by suggesting that I start my own website and even assisted me throughout the process. Cyndee generously covered the costs of my domain and hosting for the first 3 years and helped me choose the brand name as well.

And just like that, I went from changing my profile picture to having my own dedicated space on the web—offering personalized cartoon services.

Why is GoCartoonMe so important for me?

During my pursuit of a Computer Science degree, cartooning became more than a passion—it became a lifeline. It helped me cover university costs and support my family. The income from my cartoons not only sustained me through my studies but also allowed me to contribute financially to my family without needing assistance.

Today, programming is my primary income source, but GoCartoonMe remains active and flourishing. It's more than a place to share my zeal for art; it's a reminder of my humble beginnings and a canvas where my love for cartooning continues to thrive.