3D Artist
A 3D Artist is a creative professional who employs computer programs to bring three-dimensional (3D) models, animations, and environments to life. Their expertise spans a range of responsibilities, including concepting and designing 3D models, applying textures and shading to enhance realism, crafting captivating animations, and rendering high-quality images or videos.
3D Artists possess a blend of artistic and technical skills, encompassing creativity and problem-solving attention to detail, and effective communication. Educational pathways include pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in computer graphics, animation, or 3D modeling, complemented by professional certifications.
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The Fear Of AI In The Game Industry: Is The Anxiety Justified?
With AI rapidly improving every day, the constant fear of it only gets greater with every passing minute. People have already lost their jobs on multiple occasions because of AI and it seems the panic only grows the more the algorithms get developed. While there has been a lot of restructuring and changes around various… Read More…
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Designing Animals & Creatures – Know How To Differentiate Them
In design, it is very important to learn about your subjects. You need to know how they are built, where they come from and what makes them what they are. The same goes for animals. Knowing their skeletons & muscle structure, where their natural habitat is and their usual diet really helps you to design… Read More…
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Mastering Art for Profit: Transforming Creativity Into A Thriving Business
Written by Iris Mullins (Guest Author) Embracing the digital revolution, artists worldwide are finding that their passion for digital art can indeed become a lucrative career and transforming creativity into a thriving business. The journey from hobbyist to professional artist is paved with strategic decisions, from defining your unique style to effectively marketing your creations.… Read More…
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Know Your Basics: What Are Game Engines?
No matter what kind of game you want to make or whatever company you want to work for… Game engines are the central point of game development. Those are the programs on which your game is built upon and where everything slowly gets pieced together. But what makes them so special and why does everything… Read More…
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AAAA VS. AAA: What Makes The Next Level Of Gaming?
AAA (or triple-A) games are very popular nowadays. So every gamer worth their salt knows what we are talking about when this term comes up. Those are the top-tier blockbuster games: Assassin’s Creed, God Of War, Call of Duty or Horizon: Zero Dawn. You named it. They all have millions & millions of dollars as… Read More…
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Algorithm Magic: Procedural Generation In Video Games
A lot of games nowadays rely on procedural generation. Be it landscapes, whole levels, items, sounds and more. But why is procedural generation in video games so popular and how exactly does it work? A lot of technical know-how is needed to make your own procedural levels. But there are many methods & tools to… Read More…
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AI As A Tool: How To Speed Up Your Process As A Concept Artist Using AI
AI has risen through the ranks over the last years and while there are many contradictions around AI art and the ethical dilemma behind it… We artists need to come to terms with the fact that it’s going to stay around in one way or another. So, instead of avoiding it we should embrace it… Read More…
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Learning From Mistakes: Why Designing Bad Games Is Important
Every game designer and game developer has a vision, a game they dreamed about ever since they were a kid. But every time they want to start making it… The fear of ruining the perfect game they had in mind is stopping them from even starting it. Now let me tell you a secret… The… Read More…
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Characters & Creatures: How To Tell The Difference
It might sound kind of obvious that characters and creatures are different from each other but sometimes… It’s not that easy to tell. Back in university my colleagues and I had a rather interesting discussion once. When are you able to call something a character or a creature? Your surprise, some of us had rather… Read More…
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Pals VS Pokemon: Is Palworld Really A Rip-Off?
Palworld has sold 7 million copies in just 5 days and skyrocketed in the Steam charts. Some people even expect it to beat PUBGs record of 3.2 million concurrent players if it continues to rise in popularity like this. But there is also a huge controversy emerging around Palworld copying the famous Pokemon series. The… Read More…