Hi there, I'm James Olley, a book illustrator and 3D sculptor with 12 years of freelance experience. I have had the pleasure of working on films like The Dragon Knight and The Scowling Dusk Trilogy, and I love working in fantasy, collaborating with creatives, and telling stories through my art. Throughout my career, I have contributed to successful Kickstarter projects such as The Book of Beastly Creatures, Battle Stations 2nd Edition, and Dirtside. I have extensive experience working with a diverse range of clients including game designers, writers, filmmakers, and other artists. I have collaborated with professionals like Reis O’Brien, a concept designer at Funko, to design and sculpt collectible figures. My expertise includes creating illustrations, promotional art like posters and covers, concept designs for characters and environments, and 3D sculptural statues suitable for 3D printing. Miniature sculpting for several wargame companies is also part of my portfolio, and I have led sculpture projects such as the entire range at Warlords of Archaois.

James Olley

Hi there, I'm James Olley, a book illustrator and 3D sculptor with 12 years of freelance experience. I have had the pleasure of working on films like The Dragon Knight and The Scowling Dusk Trilogy, and I love working in fantasy, collaborating with creatives, and telling stories through my art. Throughout my career, I have contributed to successful Kickstarter projects such as The Book of Beastly Creatures, Battle Stations 2nd Edition, and Dirtside. I have extensive experience working with a diverse range of clients including game designers, writers, filmmakers, and other artists. I have collaborated with professionals like Reis O’Brien, a concept designer at Funko, to design and sculpt collectible figures. My expertise includes creating illustrations, promotional art like posters and covers, concept designs for characters and environments, and 3D sculptural statues suitable for 3D printing. Miniature sculpting for several wargame companies is also part of my portfolio, and I have led sculpture projects such as the entire range at Warlords of Archaois.

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Hi there, I’m James Olley, a book illustrator and 3D sculptor with 12 years of freelance experience. I have had the pleasure of working on films like The Dragon Knight and The Scowling Dusk Trilogy, and I love working in fantasy, collaborating with creatives, and telling stories through my art. Throughout my career, I have contributed to successful Kickstarter projects such as The Book of Beastly Creatures, Battle Stations 2nd Edition, and Dirtside.

I have extensive experience working with a diverse range of clients including game designers, writers, filmmakers, and other artists. I have collaborated with professionals like Reis O’Brien, a concept designer at Funko, to design and sculpt collectible figures. My expertise includes creating illustrations, promotional art like posters and covers, concept designs for characters and environments, and 3D sculptural statues suitable for 3D printing. Miniature sculpting for several wargame companies is also part of my portfolio, and I have led sculpture projects such as the entire range at Warlords of Archaois.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Book Illustrator and 3D Sculptor at Self-employed
July 1, 2012 - Present
Over 12 years of freelance experience illustrating books and creating 3D sculptures for clients in various industries including film, games, and publishing. Worked on notable film projects such as The Dragon Knight and The Scowling Dusk Trilogy, collaborated on successful Kickstarter projects like The Book of Beastly Creatures, Battle Stations 2nd Edition, and Dirtside. Worked with game designers, writers, filmmakers, and other artists including collaborations with concept designer Reis O'Brien. Experienced in creating illustrations for book series including the Colonial Gothic and wellness books, offering promotional artwork, concept designs, and 3D sculptural products.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education at Somerset College of Arts and Technology
September 1, 2010 - July 1, 2012
GCSEs at Heathfield Community School
September 1, 2005 - July 1, 2010

Qualifications

Distinction in Fine Art Diploma of Higher Education
September 1, 2010 - July 1, 2012
GCSEs including Art and Design Grade B
September 1, 2005 - July 1, 2010

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Gaming, Professional Services, Education
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