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I was always fascinated by behind-the-scenes extras on DVDs, how it just seemed magical that they could create anything and make it seem real. I started making stop-motion with LEGO and clay and things just evolved from there. Starting to teach myself 3D modelling in Sketchup before starting Maya in high school. I had an interest in architecture and modelling for about as long as I can remember, which is now what I want to focus my career towards.
I have wanted to work in the Animation industry since high school. Passionate for films and with a love for art, it just made sense to work in this industry. I wanted to contribute to the films that make people feel and realise. It was only after commencing my Bachelors that I understood the different departments and areas of the industry- finding a passion for 3D Modelling and surfacing.
During 2020, I enrolled in a TAFE course that taught various aspects of animation and film-making. It was during this time that I realised my love for collaboration and creativity which sparked my desire to create a career in this Industry. I later got accepted into the Animal Logic Academy at UTS, which allowed me to gain insight into the professional life of studio animation and has excited me even more to start a career in the creative industries.
While I have been illustrating my whole life and knew I would end up in a creative field I just didn't know which! I kept expanding my skillset from illustrating as a kid to going to university studying animation and now teaching myself how to work with game engines and enhancing my 3D sculpting skills. I didn't even consider until recently that I could pursue a career in the games industry but now that I have worked on games I would love to continue my journey in this wonderful industry!
I've always been interested in being creative. Growing up i would make silly little live action films with my cousin, draw graffiti thinking i was cool and film skateboard videos with my friends. I just felt the most stimulated and happy creating and super rewarded looking back on the finished products. I realised i had a passion for creating as i got older and held onto it and haven't stopped.