I have over 20 years of experience in real-time graphics for VR and video games, specializing in modeling, texturing, and animation. I've had the opportunity to work with emerging technologies like motion capture and drone photogrammetry, which keeps me excited and on the cutting edge of the industry. I'm passionate about creating immersive digital environments and assets, whether it's for virtual reality, esports, or artistic projects. Outside of work, I enjoy aikido, photography, painting, and biking, all of which inspire my creativity and work-life balance.

Darren Edwards

I have over 20 years of experience in real-time graphics for VR and video games, specializing in modeling, texturing, and animation. I've had the opportunity to work with emerging technologies like motion capture and drone photogrammetry, which keeps me excited and on the cutting edge of the industry. I'm passionate about creating immersive digital environments and assets, whether it's for virtual reality, esports, or artistic projects. Outside of work, I enjoy aikido, photography, painting, and biking, all of which inspire my creativity and work-life balance.

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I have over 20 years of experience in real-time graphics for VR and video games, specializing in modeling, texturing, and animation. I’ve had the opportunity to work with emerging technologies like motion capture and drone photogrammetry, which keeps me excited and on the cutting edge of the industry.

I’m passionate about creating immersive digital environments and assets, whether it’s for virtual reality, esports, or artistic projects. Outside of work, I enjoy aikido, photography, painting, and biking, all of which inspire my creativity and work-life balance.

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Work Experience

Designer at Provenance Oasis/NFT Oasis
June 1, 2021 - Present
Built a VR and 3D web pipeline from modeling, texturing, to animating environments and assets.
Artist/Designer at Improvement Interactive Incorporated
May 31, 2021 - July 22, 2025
Created a custom look and feel for high-profile Esports video games CVRcade and CADEsport.
Artist/Co-founder at Big Sky VR
July 31, 2018 - July 22, 2025
Recreated existing objects and environments in 3D for real time usage such as video games and virtual reality.
Set Designer/Ghost Artist at Jeff Wisniewski
September 30, 2015 - July 22, 2025
Created fine art prints, 3D digital assets, and a short, animated film under the direction of Jeff Wisniewski.

Education

bachelor or arts at montana State University
January 6, 2003 - April 20, 2006
Associates of Applied Science at Colorado Institute of Art
January 10, 1994 - February 21, 1996
Bachelor of Fine Arts at Montana State University
January 1, 2003 - April 30, 2006
Associate of Applied Science at Colorado Institute of Art
January 1, 1994 - April 30, 1996

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Industry Experience

Education, Consumer Goods, Gaming, Media & Entertainment, Software & Internet, Real Estate & Construction, Government
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