More than just pretty pictures

Not surprisingly, my animation and production skills are an extension of almost 30 years of photography and study of geology, natural history, cultural history, and art. I started working with 3D Studio (DOS days), LightWave, and WCS to create scenes I couldn't photograph in the real world. If you're working on a documentary, book, or museum collection, I have an unusual combination of skills that can enhance your project. Check out the gallery for samples of my work and contact me for a bid.

Environments

Historical Reconstructions

Imaginary Worlds

Maps

Consulting

Something for everyone. For producers, technical directors, art directors, animators, and WCS/VNS users venturing into new territory with tight deadlines, I can help you or refer you to someone who can.

Workshops

Adam Hauldren of Gecko3D ran this year's ZPE workshop in Australia, appropriately called ZPE Downunder 2008. Unfortunately, I was unable to join him for the session. If you missed what it's like having winter in the summertime, check back for the 2009 schedule. For those north of the equator, I'll be helping out again this year at 3D Nature Academy, September 15-19.

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Onsite Training

You can do amazing things with WCS and VNS but they take time to master, or at least tame. Time may be something in short supply. I can build your project and train you in much less time than it would take on your own. The cost of training is far less than the labor cost of learning independently. Before training begins, you send me your project data and I create a training program to meet your needs. I then train you or your group at your location. Taking new users through an average project usually takes 5 days.

Photo courtesy of Adam Hauldren

Bio

Previously a geologist, writer, instructor, independent producer of low budget technical training videos, musician, and nature photographer, I gave it all up for the financially rewarding world of illustration and animation. Ok, I really didn't give any of it up, I just put on another hat. ;) With a strong background in photography, geology, and the natural sciences, I've spent many years teaching WCS and VNS users, animating for low budget documentaries (aren't they all?), producing my own CDs, videos, and DVDs, and crafting fine art prints for the discriminating collector.