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Over the past two years, I've collaborated with ELM Learning to create dozens of courses for Shopify, a leading online store platform. While I could share hundreds of illustrations highlighting the platform’s features, I’d like to spotlight the conceptual header illustrations we designed for each course.


The challenges we faced included:

· Condensing each lesson’s theme into a single, impactful visual.

· Creating white illustrations with a 1pt black line on black backgrounds.

· Using only frontal-view assets, without shadows, volume, or perspective.

· Delivering unique headers that not only explained but also inspired students.


Here’s what we achieved:

· Starting with 5 courses, we ultimately created over 50 engaging courses.

· Followed strict brand standards for balanced, cohesive visuals.

· Delivered over 400 captivating and creative headers.

· The client LOVED our conceptual illustration style.


These are just a few examples, and I’ll share more in the coming days. I’m incredibly proud of our work on this massive project and grateful for ELM’s trust in my expertise over the years.

Illustrations for Shopify e-learning courses by Alejandro Milà

 
 
 

Shane Gillis is one of the best comedians today, and although he’s a bit far from me, I look forward to the day I can go see a live show and laugh in person, not just through a screen.

The comedians I connect with the most and admire are those who dance on the edge of humor’s boundaries.


During these months when I haven’t stopped working, one needs to unwind, and laughing is one of the most effective ways to release all the stress that builds up. This drawing tribute is my way of thanking him.


When I started drawing professionally, one of the things I struggled with—and still find a bit challenging, though less so—was doing caricatures of people. I’ve always envied those great illustrators and artists who take one look at your face and, with a few exaggerated strokes, manage to nail the portrait perfectly.


God didn’t lead me down the path of caricature, but every now and then I like to practice to refine my style and, in the process, pay tribute to the figures I admire most.

A cartoon illustration by Alejandro Milà of Shane Gillis, depicted as a man with a mustache holding a microphone. He is wearing a black short-sleeved shirt, blue jeans, and white sneakers with red soles. The background is solid red.

Shane Gillis portrait by Alejandro Milà

 
 
 

Exciting news! Design Positive just launched their brand-new website, and we had the pleasure of creating conceptual illustrations for the How We Work section. They wanted visuals that clearly communicate each point while bringing personality and elegance—and we’re proud of how they turned out!


🌎 Check it out here: https://designpositive.co/


In a world where stock illustrations and AI-generated images often feel repetitive and lifeless, brands need something unique to truly stand out. That’s where we come in—offering fresh ideas and distinct styles tailored to each project.


Sometimes, a client needs an illustrator to follow an existing style. But even within those boundaries, there’s always room to create something special that enhances their brand.


🚀 Loved working on this set, and we’re ready for the next challenge! If you’re looking for custom illustrations that elevate your brand drop me a line. 




Whole mockup of Design Positive's landing page.


 
 
 

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