Welcome

I am a passionate 3d artist who specializes in  modeling/texturing and sculpting..

9 years ago (as of 08/24/2008) I decided to ditch my corporate job and find myself a career in the arts. My initial estimate was, "it will only take six months!". Yeah right...

My interests lie in modeling & texturing & I am proficient/have extensive knowledge in: Mari, Substance Painter,  Zbrush, Maya, 3ds Max, Mudbox, and Photoshop.

•       Skilled modeler, comfortable with all types of assets including characters, props, and sets.

•       Efficient use of UV space

•       Proficient in establishing realistic shaders

•       Keen eye for froms, detail and color

•       Skilled in Maya,Zbush, Mari, Substance Tools and Photoshop

•       Can adapt easily to new workflows

•       Works well in a deadline driven environment

Relevant Experience

Hard Surface Modeler - Environments - ILM                                                                         11/2017- current

•       Responsible for modeling sets and props

•       Software used: Maya, 3DS Max, Zbrush, & Mudbox

Senior Environment Artist - MPC                                                                                           05/2017- 11/2017

•       Responsible for modeling and texturing sets and props

•       Software used: Maya, Zbrush, Mari, and Photoshop

Texturing/Surfacing - Cinesite                                                                                                 07/2016- 05/2017

•       Responsible for modeling and texturing sets and props

•       Software used: Maya, Zbrush, Mari, and Photoshop

Modeling/Texturing/Surfacing - Zoic Studios                                                                  07/2016- 11/2016

•       Responsible for modeling and texturing sets and props

•       Software used: Maya, Zbrush, Mari, and Photoshop

Modeling/Texturing/Surfacing - Cinematics Artist, EA                                                         08/2015- 07/2016

•       Responsible for texturing and look dev for props and set elements.

•       AAA Game: FIFA 2017

•       Software used: Maya, Substance Painter, and Photoshop

Texturing/Surfacing Artist, Nitrogen Studios                                                                          02/2015-08/2015

•       Responsible for texturing and shader setup for props, and sets.

•       Feature film work: Sausage Party

•       Software used: Mari, Maya, Renderman, and Photoshop

Texturing/Surfacing Artist, Rainmaker Entertainment                                                             07/2013-02/2015

•       Responsible for texturing and shader setup for characters, props, and sets.

•       Feature film work: Ratchet and Clank, and Sly Cooper Trailer

•       DVD work: Open Season 4, and Barbie Princess of Power

•       Software used: Maya, Renderman, Mudbox, Zbrush, and Photoshop

Modeling/Texturing Artist, Nerdcorps                             

                                                                                                                                             08/2012-06/2013

•       Responsible for modeling, texturing, and rigging of characters, creatures, and sets.

•       Productions: Slugterra and Kate and Mim Mim

•       Deliver low rez assets on tight deadlines and budgets

•       Work cooperatively within a small team, primarily self-directed

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3D Generalist, C4 Studios                                               

                                                                                                                                           08/1999-08/2000

•       Responsible for modeling, texturing, and rigging of characters, creatures, and props.

Education and Credentials

BA, Political Science and Philosophy – University of Toronto, 2002-2006

Character Animation Certificate – Puppets Animation School, Toronto, 2000

3D Animation Diploma – The International Academy of Design, Toronto, 1999-2000

Toronto School of Art – Art Fundamentals, 1998-1999

Ontario College of Art and Design – Art Foundations, 1998