Hi, I'm Javier Galán Rico, a passionate 3D Artist and Concept Artist with over 15 years of experience in both 3D and 2D art. I've worked on a wide range of projects, from animation production to directing music videos, and I love exploring new techniques and workflows to create compelling visuals. My goal is always to bring ideas to life with creativity and attention to detail. Throughout my career, I've collaborated with clients globally and worked on exciting projects like sci-fi comics and electronic music visuals. I enjoy managing all stages of the artistic process, from ideation to final delivery, and I am always eager to take on new challenges in the digital art and visual development fields.…

Javier Galán Rico

Hi, I'm Javier Galán Rico, a passionate 3D Artist and Concept Artist with over 15 years of experience in both 3D and 2D art. I've worked on a wide range of projects, from animation production to directing music videos, and I love exploring new techniques and workflows to create compelling visuals. My goal is always to bring ideas to life with creativity and attention to detail. Throughout my career, I've collaborated with clients globally and worked on exciting projects like sci-fi comics and electronic music visuals. I enjoy managing all stages of the artistic process, from ideation to final delivery, and I am always eager to take on new challenges in the digital art and visual development fields.…

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Hi, I’m Javier Galán Rico, a passionate 3D Artist and Concept Artist with over 15 years of experience in both 3D and 2D art. I’ve worked on a wide range of projects, from animation production to directing music videos, and I love exploring new techniques and workflows to create compelling visuals. My goal is always to bring ideas to life with creativity and attention to detail.

Throughout my career, I’ve collaborated with clients globally and worked on exciting projects like sci-fi comics and electronic music visuals. I enjoy managing all stages of the artistic process, from ideation to final delivery, and I am always eager to take on new challenges in the digital art and visual development fields.

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Skills

Experience Level

3D Design
Expert
3D Model
Expert
Blender
Expert
Illustration
Expert
GIMP
Expert
3D Animation
Intermediate
Animation
Intermediate
Bash
Intermediate
Python
Intermediate
Web Design
Intermediate

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Comic artist at "The Dream of Juan Silva"
January 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025
Art Director & Illustrator for the science fiction/fantasy comic 'The Dream of Juan Silva', managing all art direction and illustration duties. The comic was published digitally on Blockchain platforms in Spanish and English editions.
Art Director & Lead Artist at VIYA - SIVAINVI music video
October 31, 2023 - July 22, 2025
Directed and produced the complete music video, overseeing all stages from concept to final delivery. Collaborated closely with the artist to translate the track's vibe into a compelling visual narrative.
Art Director & Lead Artist at Freecell electronic ambient band
June 30, 2020 - July 22, 2025
Directed and produced all 3D animated visuals for a Berlin-based electronic ambient band, managing the full pipeline from concept to final delivery. Collaborated with the band to translate their sound into compelling and unique visual social media experiences.
3D Generalist | Modeler and renderist for child's series at Cromosoma/Digital 360 SL
April 30, 2008 - July 22, 2025
Performed tasks as a 3D Generalist including rendering, 3D prop and set modeling for the production of a children's series, demonstrating agility, problem-solving, and creativity.
Freelance 3d Artist & 2D artist at Self-employed
January 1, 2007 - Present
Provided comprehensive 3D modeling, sculpting, and texturing services for diverse client commissions across various styles. Developed original 2D concept art for character, environment, and prop design, including work on the sci-fi comic 'The Dream of Juan Silva'. Managed client relationships, project timelines, and deliverable specifications to consistently meet artistic and technical requirements.

Education

Studies in animation and illustration at Pau Gargallo Art School, Badalona (Barcelona), Spain
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2007

Qualifications

Rigging Weekend Seminar
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Education
    ArtChains collective curation showcase : Time Paradox
    Exhibiting Artist. Featured the visual piece "Time Paradox", part of a collective curation projected during matches and across various stadium rooms. In collaboration with Tezos Foundation, Itezofficial and objkt.com The piece was curated by FakeWhale art market in april'2025. animator video…
    "THE DREAM OF JUAN SILVA" Comic
    Art Director & Illustrator | Science Fiction/Fantasy Comic "The Dream of Juan Silva",written by Lautaro Rodríguez Starke The Dream of Juan Silva is a sprawling 222-page fantasy/sci-fi comic series unraveling the psychological mystery of a metallurgist plagued by existential doubt. As Juan journeys across Earth and alien planets, he grapples with a disorienting reality, questioning if his experiences are real or fragments of a profound dream, pushing the boundaries of perception and identity. illustrator comic…
    3d Lettering for "Qīngnián" a shortfilm by Jose Villalón.
    Designed and modeled a 3D chromed Chinese character ("Qīngnián") for a short film, incorporating 2D calligraphy. Directed by José Villalon: https://vimeo.com/1004876550 3d typography psychedelic designer…
    Free Cell - Ego & Scraps
    Directed and produced all 3D animated visuals for a Berlin-based electronic ambient band, managing the full pipeline from concept to final delivery from their first album pre-release. Collaborated with the band to translate their sound into compelling and unique visual experiences for pre-release snippets distributed on social media. https://youtu.be/ZoVOvWJXPgE…
    Free Cell - Mental alchemist
    Directed and produced all 3D animated visuals for a Berlin-based electronic ambient band, managing the full pipeline from concept to final delivery from their first album pre-release. Collaborated with the band to translate their sound into compelling and unique visual experiences for pre-release snippets distributed on social media. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gyIbILXpDxg…
    Free Cell - Head with reflecting sphere
    Directed and produced all 3D animated visuals for a Berlin-based electronic ambient band, managing the full pipeline from concept to final delivery from their first album pre-release. Collaborated with the band to translate their sound into compelling and unique visual experiences for pre-release snippets distributed on social media. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_a1ar4zLgnM 3d animation musicvideo…
    "VIYA - SIVAINVI" Music video
    Direction, Concepting, Sculpting , Rigging, Animation, Render & compositing Pipeline. Inspired by VIYA's thrilling track, this sci-fi music video crafts a twisted and surreal metaphor for technological dominance. It serves as an early warning about the era we're entering, engaging with complex themes through dynamic visuals. Comissioned by Jose Villalon - VIYA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNefaiRqjlc video…
    VIYA: "DEEP ATTRACTION" Music video
    Directed and produced the complete music video, overseeing all stages from concept to final. In this work, I embraced a unique vision combining sci-fi aesthetics with Berber cultural motifs. With the woman as a central axis, the video narrates a profound and mystical lore through allegorical sequences, creating a highly evocative experience. Comissioned by Jose Villalon -VIYA- https://vimeo.com/302100311?p=1l…
    Hago Cosas 2020 promo visual: Domino scene.
    Promo visual made for artist's book publishing under the guidelines of the creative director. Directed by HagoCosas, 2020. animator video…
    Promo visual HagoCosas 2020: JPEG Book
    Promo visual made for artist's book using cartoon animated series style. Directed by HagoCosas,…
    The cannary underground
    Produced four animated clips as part of an international pilot project, interpreting a provided script from creative director Derek QX, based in Los Angeles (USA). This challenging and exciting project allowed me to delve into subversion and irreverence, exploring complex themes like politics, relationships, and reality through twisted, surreal animation. My work contributed to a pilot that truly pushed creative boundaries. https://www.twine.net/signin…