I am a dedicated artist and matte painter specializing in producing high-quality visual effects, matte paintings, and concept art across a wide range of projects including film, theme parks, and product design. My background combines a Master of Fine Arts in Painting with a Bachelor’s in Entertainment Design, allowing me to bring both technical skills and creative storytelling to every project I work on. I take pride in collaborating closely with teams to enhance visual development pipelines and push the boundaries of art and design. Throughout my career, I have enjoyed mentoring others and staying adaptable to new technologies and artistic techniques. I am passionate about crafting detailed and realistic environments as well as developing strong narrative illustrations that elevate storyboards and concept visuals. I continually seek to improve and share knowledge in the fields of visual effects, concept art, and design management.

Brandon Gonzales

I am a dedicated artist and matte painter specializing in producing high-quality visual effects, matte paintings, and concept art across a wide range of projects including film, theme parks, and product design. My background combines a Master of Fine Arts in Painting with a Bachelor’s in Entertainment Design, allowing me to bring both technical skills and creative storytelling to every project I work on. I take pride in collaborating closely with teams to enhance visual development pipelines and push the boundaries of art and design. Throughout my career, I have enjoyed mentoring others and staying adaptable to new technologies and artistic techniques. I am passionate about crafting detailed and realistic environments as well as developing strong narrative illustrations that elevate storyboards and concept visuals. I continually seek to improve and share knowledge in the fields of visual effects, concept art, and design management.

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I am a dedicated artist and matte painter specializing in producing high-quality visual effects, matte paintings, and concept art across a wide range of projects including film, theme parks, and product design. My background combines a Master of Fine Arts in Painting with a Bachelor’s in Entertainment Design, allowing me to bring both technical skills and creative storytelling to every project I work on. I take pride in collaborating closely with teams to enhance visual development pipelines and push the boundaries of art and design.

Throughout my career, I have enjoyed mentoring others and staying adaptable to new technologies and artistic techniques. I am passionate about crafting detailed and realistic environments as well as developing strong narrative illustrations that elevate storyboards and concept visuals. I continually seek to improve and share knowledge in the fields of visual effects, concept art, and design management.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Digital Matte Painter / Concept Artist at LDS Motion Picture Studio
January 1, 2021 - June 10, 2024
Produce high-quality digital matte paintings and concept artwork for various film and entertainment projects. Develop innovative systems to streamline the design pipeline and work collaboratively with artists, project managers, and designers to enhance visual development.
Digital Matte Painter / Concept Artist at LDS Motion Picture Studio
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Created detailed digital matte paintings and concept art supporting film projects, enhancing backgrounds and environments with realistic visuals.
Digital Matte Painter at Molecule VFX
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Developed digital matte paintings for visual effects in film and television projects, contributing to the creation of immersive environments.
Matte Painter Supervisor at Stargate Studios
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Supervised matte painting team, ensuring high-quality deliverables, managing project tasks, and mentoring junior artists.
Senior Matte Painter at Stargate Studios
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016
Produced advanced matte paintings for film and TV backgrounds, assisting in visual effects production and concept development.
Concept Artist at Thinkwell Group
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Created concept art supporting themed entertainment design projects.
Concept Artist / Illustrator at Picture Plane Imaging
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Produced concept art and illustrations for various entertainment projects.
Matte Painter / Concept Artist at Hammerhead Productions
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2013
Created matte paintings and concept art for film and entertainment projects.
Concept Artist / Illustrator at The Alchemists Transmedia
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Produced concept artwork and illustrations supporting transmedia storytelling projects.
Concept Artist / Illustrator at Brandon Gonzales Studios
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Freelance concept art and illustration work for various clients.
Conceptual Matte Painter at Rhythm & Hues
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Produced conceptual matte paintings to support visual effects and cinematic productions.
Digital Matte Painter / Concept Artist at LDS Motion Picture Studio
January 1, 2021 - June 24, 2024
Produced high-quality digital matte paintings and concept art for diverse projects. Developed innovative visual effects and maintained design pipeline efficiency. Collaborated across teams to enhance the visual storytelling process and create detailed environments.
Digital Matte Painter / Concept Artist at LDS Motion Picture Studio
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Created detailed digital matte paintings and concept art for studio projects, enhancing background and environment visuals.
Digital Matte Painter at Molecule VFX
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2019
Produced digital matte paintings for visual effects projects, contributing to realistic and stylized backgrounds for film.
Matte Painter Supervisor at Stargate Studios
January 1, 2014 - December 31, 2016
Supervised the matte painting team, managing projects to deliver high-quality visual effects and ensuring stylistic consistency across productions.
Senior Matte Painter at Stargate Studios
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016
Delivered advanced matte painting solutions and collaborated closely with VFX teams to produce convincing environmental visuals for media projects.
Concept Artist at Thinkwell Group
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Created concept art visuals for themed entertainment design and product projects.
Concept Artist / Illustrator at Picture Plane Imaging
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2013
Produced detailed concept art and illustrations for visual development projects.
Matte Painter / Concept Artist at Hammerhead Productions
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2013
Created matte paintings and concept art to support film and entertainment projects.
Concept Artist / Illustrator at The Alchemists Transmedia
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
Developed concept art and illustrations for transmedia projects.
Concept Artist / Illustrator at Brandon Gonzales Studios
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Freelance concept artist and illustrator creating artwork for various clients remotely.
Conceptual Matte Painter at Rhythm & Hues
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Produced conceptual matte paintings to support visual effects for film.

Education

Master of Fine Arts at Laguna College of Art + Design
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Bachelor of Science at Art Center College of Design
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2010
Master of Fine Arts at Laguna College of Art + Design
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2012
Bachelor of Science at Art Center College of Design
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other
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