Brazilian comic book artist, illustrator and sequential art teacher with over 35 years of experience and published work in Brazil and abroad.
Explore his published works, courses, commissions, original art, signed products and content on comics, visual storytelling and sequential art.
working in comics, sequential art and art education.
Work for DC Comics, Marvel, Dark Horse, Image, Dynamite, Panick Entertainment and other brands.
International recognition for Battlestar Galactica: Counterstrike, published by Dynamite.
Teacher and mentor in the training of artists, comic book creators and illustrators in Brazil.
Brazilian comic book artist, illustrator and teacher, Daniel HDR has built a career connecting the international comics market, visual storytelling and artist training.
Daniel HDR works for major publishers and brands in the Brazilian and international markets, with experience in comics, covers, pages, commissions, creator-owned projects and sequential art.
At Dínamo Estúdio, he brings this experience into the classroom, mentoring artists who want to grow in drawing, graphic storytelling, figure drawing, composition and the development of pages and projects.
Projects, covers, pages and publications that are part of Daniel HDR’s career in the Brazilian and international comics market.
A science fiction project published by Panick Entertainment, with art by Daniel HDR and visual storytelling marked by action, atmosphere and worldbuilding.
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Official comic book miniseries published by Dark Horse in partnership with Mattel and Netflix. The series was nominated for the 2025 Ringo Awards as Best Series, and Daniel HDR was nominated as Best Artist for his work on the publication.
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A science fiction graphic novel published by Dynamite Entertainment, winner of the 2020 Dragon Award for Best Graphic Novel.
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Work published by DC Comics featuring the Titans, bringing together action, team dynamics and classic characters from the DC Universe.
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Work connected to the world of Nightwing and the Titans, part of one of DC Comics’ most recognizable lines.
View more →In addition to the highlighted works on this page, you can also explore broader lists of Daniel HDR’s international and Brazilian publications.
Courses, programs and tools for artists who want to grow in drawing, comics and visual storytelling with method, practice and professional guidance.
A live online class, with defined start and end dates, designed to deepen drawing, structure, figure drawing and fundamentals with direct guidance from the teacher.
or R$ 2.500,00 paid in full
Recorded version of the course for artists who already have a drawing foundation and want to study structure, construction, figure drawing, composition and finishing at their own pace.
or R$ 850,00 paid in full
A study of page reading, composition, rhythm, narrative clarity and visual construction for comics.
or R$ 197,90 paid in full
Designed to build more confidence in body construction, movement intention and the gestural foundation of characters.
or R$ 197,90 paid in full
A course with Daniel HDR and Maurício Dias to deepen anatomical construction, structure and torso analysis.
or R$ 197,90 paid in full
A study of hair, folds, fabric and drapery to bring more naturalness and volume to drawings.
or R$ 197,90 paid in full
Classes to better understand the construction of arms, hands, joints and gestural expression.
or R$ 197,90 paid in full
A course with Daniel HDR and Maurício Dias to study construction, movement, weight and the structure of legs and feet.
or R$ 197,90 paid in full
A study of faces, expressions, movement and construction to create characters with more life and intention.
or R$ 197,90 paid in full
Designed to deepen contrast, volume, lighting, visual reading and finishing in drawings.
or R$ 197,90 paid in full
A course to understand perspective, depth, space and scene construction with more clarity.
or R$ 197,90 paid in full
A community to keep your practice alive, access content, follow updates and grow with consistency.
A program with recorded and live classes for those who want to follow a more complete drawing path.
or R$ 4.500,00 paid in full
An AI chat assistant to support exercises, studies and drawing practice using Dínamo’s educational approach.
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Experiences from people who studied at Dínamo, learned with Daniel HDR and found more clarity, technique and confidence in their own drawing.
“Meeting Daniel HDR was a unique experience! I improved my art techniques and learned new ones, such as different poses and ink techniques. The course showed me that I can be the artist I always wanted to be.”
Course with Daniel HDR
“Learning with Daniel HDR was amazing! He is an exceptional teacher, teaches with joy and has a very fun teaching style. Knowing that you are learning from an artist who has drawn superheroes for Marvel and DC is inspiring.”
Comics and drawing
“I am very grateful for the opportunity to have met HDR. What motivated me was learning straight from the source, absorbing experience from someone who was already in the market and knows the path.”
Graphic storytelling
“It was very good and helped me understand things I had difficulty with, such as anatomy, the creative process and illustration. I highly recommend it. It is very complete.”
Anatomy and process
“Dínamo is an excellent school! Even with a degree in Arts from UFRGS, it added a lot to my technique.”
Artistic technique
“I started drawing as a self-taught artist, strongly influenced by my family, but I couldn’t clearly see the weak points in my technique. Through Daniel HDR’s classes, I learned methods that guided my drawing toward the professional level the market demands.”
Technical and professional growth
“Dínamo’s classes were extremely important to my professional path. Daniel is a phenomenal teacher, always very precise, and the live model drawing classes helped me evolve a lot.”
Professional path and life drawing
“Studying at Dínamo was fundamental for me. Today I work with drawing and art, and I owe a lot of that to Daniel. His methodology helped me evolve not only artistically, but also professionally, with a market perspective that I still carry with me today.”
Methodology and market vision
Artist and tattoo artist who brings drawing into his professional practice, with a foundation in study, form construction and visual storytelling.
Artist trained at DínamoDaniel HDR takes commissions upon request, depending on availability, artwork complexity, deadline and intended use.
This option is ideal for those who want to commission an original artwork created specifically for their request, with character, format and concept defined in advance.
To request a quote, send an email with the type of artwork you want, characters, format, deadline, visual references and information about how the image will be used.
A reinterpretation of classic covers or iconic scenes, in color or black and white, with or without full lettering.
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Character artwork in full body or torso format, focused on pose, presence and visual construction.
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A commission focused on the character’s face, expression and personality, in color or black and white.
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An elaborate scene with two characters in action, ideal for those looking for a more dynamic and narrative composition.
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Original artwork created directly on a sketch cover, which can be full body, torso or bust.
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Collectible-format pieces, including artist proofs, original cards and exclusive artworks.
Request a quoteIn addition to commissioned artwork, Daniel HDR also has original art, pages, studies and artist proofs available through Chiaroscuro Studios, which handles the sale and representation of these pieces.
For collectors, fans and anyone interested in acquiring original art, visit the official gallery available on Comic Art Fans.
Check the availability of original art, artist proofs and collectible pieces by Daniel HDR directly in Chiaroscuro Studios’ gallery.
View available artworkProducts, collectibles and special items featuring Daniel HDR’s artwork — for those who want to carry a piece of his work beyond the printed page.
Art materials, tools and support items selected for artists, students and comic book creators in training.
Nibs for line studies, finishing, calligraphy and traditional inking.
A practical tool to keep pencils ready for drawing, study and finishing work.
Support lighting for drawing desks, study, reading and artistic production.
A practical backpack for artists, events, conventions, classes and work routines outside the studio.
Black ink for contrast studies, line work, finishing and comic book inking.
Follow videos, process breakdowns, conversations, studies and content about comics, pop culture, behind-the-scenes insights from the market and artistic creation.
A podcast about comics, pop culture, games, movies, animation, RPG, music and behind-the-scenes stories from the creative market.
Follow Daniel HDR’s appearances, livestreams, workshops, conventions, meetings and special events.
This schedule brings together Daniel HDR’s upcoming public appearances, conventions, fairs, in-person activities and events connected to comics, pop culture and sequential art.
For professional invitations, talks, workshops or event appearances, please get in touch through the form.
ONG Cirandar — Porto Alegre, RS, Brazil.
Confirmed appearanceCachoeirinha, RS, Brazil.
Confirmed appearanceJoinville, SC, Brazil.
Confirmed appearancePorto Alegre, RS, Brazil.
Confirmed appearanceFlorianópolis, SC, Brazil.
Confirmed appearancePorto Alegre, RS, Brazil.
Confirmed appearanceSão Paulo, SP, Brazil.
Confirmed appearanceD3FCON 1, read as “Defcon 1”, is the sonic alter ego of Brazilian graphic artist and comic book author Daniel HDR. Created in 1991, the project began as a free space for electronic sound textures, rhythmic combinations and synthetic atmospheres.
The sound moves through Dark Disco, EBM, Minimal and Industrial, creating soundtracks for the future, for intense creative processes and for artists who enjoy going deep into their workflow with electronic music.
Soon, the project will also have its own website at defcon1music.com.br.
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Facebook Listen to D3FCON 1 on the main digital platforms and follow the project’s updates on social media.