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COMPUTER GENERATED IMAGES

​Picture these as digital creations, born not from a human hand, but from computer programs using specialized software to generate a range of visuals, from simple shapes to complex, detailed scenarios.

Lather, Rinse, Repeat

Each soap boasts its own unique character and visually stunning setting, weaving an intricate tapestry of varied environments. The first soap, vibrant and fresh like a juicy watermelon, set against the vibrant backdrop of more cut watermelons. The second, a revitalizing eucalyptus bar, emerges from a lush, dewy rainforest, with every leaf brimming with vitality. The third, an electric and exhilarating lightning soap, brings the thrill of a tempestuous storm against a night sky backdrop, crackling with energy and excitement.

ARTIST ROLE

Animation

Texturing

Lighting

Rendering

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RETROSPECTIVE

Recreating a "Lazy Susan" in CGI was a fun experiment in showcasing multiple static objects. I would like to continue experimenting with this style of scene transition as I see this style of animation is more compelling than static photography.

SPACE NEXT - IMAX FILM

A mammoth industrial spaceship lays starkly against the backdrop of space. Smaller drones hustle between the ship and a nearby mining asteroid, carrying the final shipments of ore and gas. The anticipation of the spaceship's journey back home for processing is palpable, showcasing humanity's impressive space mining capabilities as we reach further out into the stars. 

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PROJECT ROLE

Concept Design

3D Modeling

Texturing

Rigging

RETROSPECTIVE

Despite the flexibility to design and create assets using any software I was comfortable with, it was crucial to ensure the final output was configured in Lightwave. This precise setup was imperative for seamless transition to the next artist, who could then animate it perfectly for the film.

THE CABIN

A solitary wooden cabin stands resilient in a vast, dry landscape. The terrain is a stretch of arid soil dotted with hardy shrubs, with distant gentle hills casting a protective backdrop. As the setting sun bathes the scene in hues of orange, purple, and blue, it accentuates the cabin's isolation amidst the harsh yet beautiful wilderness.

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PROJECT ROLE

Texturing

Lighting
Rendering

Compositing

RETROSPECTIVE

In this rendering and lighting internet challenge, I was provided with a scene populated with diverse assets. It was up to me to exercise my creativity and uniquely position these elements, thereby transforming the given scene into a distinct composition that tells a story which provided a fun challenge. 

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This website serves as a comprehensive repository of my personal and professional projects in the fields of art and design. Every piece exhibited here contributes to the whole, showcasing a continuous evolution in my craft.

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