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Multidisciplinary 3D artist specializing in creature creation, look development, and visual storytelling. Combines strong design principles with a background in scientific visualization and research communication to produce visually compelling, accurate, and emotionally resonant work.…

Icarus Nellessen

Concept Artist, 3D Designer, 3D Modeler, +2

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Multidisciplinary 3D artist specializing in creature creation, look development, and visual storytelling. Combines strong design principles with a background in scientific visualization and research communication to produce visually compelling, accurate, and emotionally resonant work.…

Available to hire

Multidisciplinary 3D artist specializing in creature creation, look development, and visual storytelling. Combines strong design principles with a background in scientific visualization and research communication to produce visually compelling, accurate, and emotionally resonant work.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

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Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Art and Design at Self-employed

October 1, 2024 - Present

Delivered commissioned artwork and design projects for university departments and research programs, enhancing clarity and engagement in scientific communication.

Research Assistant at Schubot Center for Avian Health, Texas A&M University

June 1, 2024 - July 1, 2025

Led on a Quaker Parakeet nutrition study; managed daily husbandry, data collection, and health monitoring; designed and maintained digital assets (photography, web content, and visual documentation) to support research accuracy and outreach.

Display Director at Lufkin Independent School District

August 1, 2020 - December 1, 2021

Operated Tricaster and Display Director systems to film and broadcast live football games and school events for audiences of 1,000+ attendees; controlled scoreboard, managed advertising, video replay, and animations; collaborated with event staff to ensure technical precision and fan experiences.