Ze Hai Liu

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I'm an artist, writer and indie game developer who makes 2d/3d art, writes, designs gameplay and narratives, and produces sound and music.

About

I’m an artist, writer and indie game developer who makes 2d/3d art, writes, designs gameplay and narratives, and produces sound and music. My studio Square Weasel Studio has published 2 games and has 2 more in development. I also mentor artists in my spare time.

I’ve worked for GameArtBrain as well as a number of other independent clients since 2017.

  • Joined October 2025

Industry experience

  • Gaming
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Software & Internet
  • Professional Services

Projects · 8

This illustration was done as a test for a collectable card RPG. The brief called for something similar to MTG, with over the top, appealing female characters with the flare of magic and fantasy that was suitable for a mature audience. fantasy MTG cardgame

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  • Freelance Digital Illustrator
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This portrait was done for a TTRPG campaign. The commissioner wanted something loose, expressive, and organic, in order to fit their character. Even though it was done with a small budget, they were satisfied and delighted with the result. rpg dnd ttrpg game elf fantasy

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  • Freelance Digital Illustrator
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This painting was commissioned by a shaman of shipibo lineage who works with Ayahuasca and other sacred plants. I incorporated the set of tools shamans used in healing ceremonies, as well as imagery and symbols that are sacred to their tradition. It took months of discussion and adjustments to hit the exact colours, shapes, and feeling she was looking for. In the end she was exceedingly happy with the result, and I had an amazing experience crafting the piece. shaman ayahuasca sacredmedicine shipibo

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  • Freelance Digital Illustrator
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This image was done for a TTRPG. The developer needed to depict a water mage with god-like powers who was regal, powerful, and dominating. I proposed several design motifs to reinforce their character, which were adopted and resulted in something the client was very happy with in the end. ttrpg mage fantasy

  • Artist
  • Freelance Digital Illustrator
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This illustration was done as a test for a collectable card RPG. The brief called for something similar to MTG, with over the top, appealing female characters with the flare of magic and fantasy that was suitable for a mature audience. fantasy MTG cardgame

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The developers of Imperial Grace - a hybrid of Visual Novel and management sim which is in early access on Steam commissioned a pair of portraits from me for their characters. They needed something that could fit in with their existing digital painting art style but with the textured look of something done more traditionally, like an oil painting. The pieces were intended to be made into prints as a part of the developers' kickstarter rewards. They were very happy with the paintings, and I had a blast designing brushes and processes to achieve the result they wanted. game digitalpainting portrait character painterly

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This portrait was a personal piece which was inspired after a month-long trip to Tibet. portrait digitalpainting illustration

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Illustrations done for a variety of entertainment media projects and clients, including books, table top games, digital games,

  • Freelance Digital Illustrator

Work experience· 53 roles

Custom Fabricator · The FabricatsJun 2025 – Present · 1 yr 6 mos

Create 3D models, textures and animation assets for escape room games and other on-location entertainment experiences. Design and fabricate custom artwork and props with 3D printers and CNC Machine. Maintain 3D printers and CNC machine. Finishing, assembling and installing of props, lighting, sound system, sensors, and other equipment.

Custom Fabricator · The FabricatsJun 2025 – Present · 1 yr 6 mos

Create 3D models, textures and animation assets for escape room games and on-location experiences; design and fabricate custom artwork and props with 3D printers and CNC machines; maintain 3D printers and CNC machinery; finish, assemble and install props, lighting, sound systems, sensors and other equipment.

Custom Fabricator · The FabricatsJun 2025 – Present · 1 yr 6 mos

Create 3D models, textures and animation assets for escape room games and other on-location entertainment experiences. Design and fabricate custom artwork and props with 3D printers and CNC Machine. Maintain 3D printers and CNC machine. Finishing, assembling and installing of props, lighting, sound system, sensors, and other equipment.

Custom Fabricator · The FabricatsJun 2025 – Present · 1 yr 6 mos
Game and Animation Art Instructor · Self EmployedDec 2024 – Oct 2025 · 11 mos
Game and Animation Art Instructor · Self EmployedDec 2024 – Oct 2025 · 11 mos
Self Employed Game and Animation Art Instructor · Self EmployedDec 2024 – Oct 2025 · 11 mos
Game and Animation Art Instructor · Self EmployedDec 2024 – Oct 2025 · 11 mos

Education· 8

Diploma · Art Institute of Vancouver2002 – 2004
Certificate / Program in 2D Entertainment Design · The Art Department2011 – 2013
2D Entertainment Design · TAD Entertainment Design2011 – 2013
Diploma, Game Art & Animation Production · Art Institute of Vancouver2002 – 2004

Certifications and awards

Game Art & Animation Production2030 – 2025
Game Art & Animation Production2030 – 2025
Game Art & Animation Production2030 – 2025
Game Art & Animation Production2030 – 2025

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