I am a self-taught artist based in Gallatin, Tennessee, with skills spanning both digital and traditional art forms. I specialize in character design, 3D modeling, and texturing using industry-standard software, and have additional experience in 2D frame-by-frame animation. My passion lies in creating unique characters and atmospheric perspectives that effectively communicate stories and emotions. Throughout my artistic journey, I have developed proficiency with software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Autodesk Maya, Blender, and Procreate. I am continuously driven to expand my skills and work on creative projects that challenge my abilities and allow me to contribute visually compelling work in animation and design.

Juan Pajoy

I am a self-taught artist based in Gallatin, Tennessee, with skills spanning both digital and traditional art forms. I specialize in character design, 3D modeling, and texturing using industry-standard software, and have additional experience in 2D frame-by-frame animation. My passion lies in creating unique characters and atmospheric perspectives that effectively communicate stories and emotions. Throughout my artistic journey, I have developed proficiency with software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Autodesk Maya, Blender, and Procreate. I am continuously driven to expand my skills and work on creative projects that challenge my abilities and allow me to contribute visually compelling work in animation and design.

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I am a self-taught artist based in Gallatin, Tennessee, with skills spanning both digital and traditional art forms. I specialize in character design, 3D modeling, and texturing using industry-standard software, and have additional experience in 2D frame-by-frame animation. My passion lies in creating unique characters and atmospheric perspectives that effectively communicate stories and emotions.

Throughout my artistic journey, I have developed proficiency with software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Autodesk Maya, Blender, and Procreate. I am continuously driven to expand my skills and work on creative projects that challenge my abilities and allow me to contribute visually compelling work in animation and design.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Character Designer
December 31, 2024 - August 25, 2025
Designed characters by gathering references and creating three distinct concepts, each suited for a specific viewer demographic. Used Adobe Photoshop to design three distinct character concepts including turnaround sheets, facial expressions depicting various emotions, and silhouette drawings.
Creature Designer
December 31, 2024 - August 25, 2025
Created new creatures by selecting two existing animals and combining their physical qualities. Utilized knowledge of animal anatomy to design new species. Chose one of three concepts and illustrated it in detail showing proper shading, proportion, and anatomy.
Background Illustrator (Atmospheric Perspective)
December 31, 2024 - August 25, 2025
Illustrated backgrounds using atmospheric perspective with proper shading, foreshortening, and depth techniques.

Education

Certificate in 3D Arts at Full Sail University, Winter Park, Florida
August 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
High School Diploma at Governors Schools of the Arts, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
January 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023
Certificate at Full Sail University, Winter Park, Florida
August 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
High School Diploma at Governors Schools of the Arts, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
January 1, 2023 - June 30, 2023
Certificate in 3D Arts at Full Sail University, Winter Park, Florida
August 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Intensive College-level Classes in Painting, Drawing, and Book Binding at Governor's School of the Arts, Murfreesboro, Tennessee
June 1, 2023 - June 21, 2023

Qualifications

Character Design
November 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Creature Design
November 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Athmospheric perspective
November 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Certificate in 3D Arts
August 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Other, Software & Internet