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Natalie P.

Santa Barbara, California

$25/hr
5.0
3 jobs

I am a geology major studying to become a paleontologist. I am a hardworking, dedicated student who learns very quickly. I am skilled at; drawing, painting, writing, photography, geology and biology. I specialize in drawing animals, paleontological reconstructions, creatures, landscapes and comic art. My style is realism with some stylization. My favorite things to draw are dinosaurs, creatures and dragons. I'm currently working on a graphic novel called The Sylcoe about a bobcat who learns she has magic powers and must save the world.

  • Creature Design
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Sketch
  • Comic Art
  • Procreate
  • Digital Art
  • Digital Painting
  • Realistic
  • Drawing
  • 2D Art
  • 2D Drawing
  • Character Design
  • Illustration
  • Concept Artistry
  • Environmental Design
Dylan B.

Los Angeles, California

$30/hr
4.8
4 jobs

more than a decade of experience working in the games industry as a modeler and texture artist. Extensive background in traditional art, and sketching/drawing techniques. Specialties: anatomy, silhouette, design, composition. Expert level program knowledge: 3Dstudio max, Maya, Photoshop, Quixel Suite, Zbrush, Substance suite, Marvelous Designer, 3DCoat, Unreal Engine.

  • Autodesk 3ds Max
  • Pixologic Zbrush
  • Substance Painter
  • Unreal Engine
  • Video Game Music
  • Substance Designer
  • 3D Design
  • MarvelousDesigner
  • 3D Modeling
  • Unity
Mitchell S.

Santa Cruz, California

$45/hr
4.9
8 jobs

My name is Mitchell Sturtevant, and I'm a passionate 3D artist. I love bringing characters or 3D images to life that tell your story. My 3D models are more than just digital objects. They are characters with a history I like to get to know. I want to help you portray your message in my work. I have done a variety of 3D art projects, and recently contributed many character rigs to the Meta-available game Plastic Battlegrounds. I am the most sufficient in: - Autodesk Maya - ZBrush - Substance Painter - Unreal Engine - GIMP You no longer have to worry about half-baked results, late deliveries, or little to no communication. I treat my clients like my friends and I believe a personable relationship is important in business.

  • Autodesk Maya
  • 3D Rendering
  • 3D Modeling
  • Unreal Engine
  • Pixologic Zbrush
  • UV Mapping
  • Substance Painter
  • GIMP
  • 3D Rigging
Frank H.

San Francisco, California

$81/hr
4.9
27 jobs

I have Worked in the Gaming Industry as an artist since 2008. But I'm not limited to it. I am deadline oriented professional, and reliable. I have managed large teams of artist to into a singular cohesive artistic voice. And have been the only artist in the room. Responsible for concept, in game assets, UI Flow and design, and Icons. I have a deep understanding of a multitude of styles and tones to suit what ever the project requires. As a concept artist I am comfortable with character design, creature design, props, weapons, environments, and whatever you can write up in a short description.

  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Concept Artistry
  • Logo Design
  • Character Design
  • Illustration
  • Graphic Design
  • Drawing
  • Digital Painting
  • Cartoon Art
Jeffrey B.

Los Angeles, California

$55/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Freelance 3D Generalist, specializing in 3D Modeling and Rendering, utilizing industry-standard software such as Maya, Zbrush, Redshift, and Substance Painter. My expertise lies in crafting stylized to semi-realistic characters, vehicles, and props. Whether it's designing whimsical characters for animation, modeling sci-fi vehicles for games, or sculpting fun quirky toys, I deliver high-quality assets tailored to meet the unique needs of each project.

  • 3D Sculpting
  • 3D Animation
  • Autodesk Maya
  • Substance Painter
  • Pixologic Zbrush
  • Maxon Cinema 4D
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • 3D Modeling
  • 3D Texturing
  • 3D Rendering
  • Adobe Illustrator
Danny H.

Brea, California

$40/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I’m a concept designer with a strong focus on sci-fi and historical worldbuilding. I specialize in realistic environments, props, and vehicles with a deep understanding of visual storytelling. I can take your project from early ideation and exploration sketches, all the way to polished, fully rendered keyframes. Whether you need designs for games, film, or immersive media, I bring a versatile skill set in both 2D and 3D workflows to create functional, believable, and original concepts. My process is rooted in both form and function. Let’s bring your imagination to life with designs that not only stand out but tell a story.

  • Digital Painting
  • Adobe Photoshop
  • Adobe Illustrator
  • Blender
  • Sketching
  • Concept Design
  • Prop Design
  • 3D Architectural Rendering
  • 3D Model
  • 3D Animation
  • Adobe After Effects
  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • 3D Coat

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