FXPOSE
ImagineFX|January 2021
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Daniel Dana
FXPOSE

Daniel Dana

“I draw a lot of inspiration from sci-fi, fantasy and horror, because those genres allow for so much beautiful escapism,” says Daniel, a self-taught artist looking to break into the entertainment industry.

1 CLOUD CITY

“I used 3D and a more dynamic perspective for this piece to reimagine an environment I made when I was first learning Procreate.”

2 RGB PIT STOP

“My entry for the Game Day Kitbash3D contest. The task was to create a scene using models from its free Neo City Mini Kit.”

3 ON WATCH

“Inspired by the breathtaking concept art of The Last of Us Part 2. I wanted to practice my own version of a post-apocalyptic environment.”

Michael Nicholson

LOCATION: Scotland MEDIA: Photoshop , ZBrush, Maya, Marmoset Toolbag, Substance Painter WEB: www.artstation.com/mnicholson_arts

Stylised artwork factors large in Michael’s work. His portfolio is filled with characters made from his own concepts, and he usually gets inspired by the daydreams he has while walking his dog.

1 DRAGON SMITH

“I liked the idea of a dragon smith using his tail to turn the blade, enabling him to hammer away.”

2 SQUARE UP

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