Now that graduation is over, finding a job in 3D animation or modeling is priority #1. Other than that I’m trying to regain some of my social life. I’ve been practicing some new hip-hop dance routines and making more music. As far as graphics, I’ve been trying to learn better lighting techniques with Mental Ray. My academic advisor said that I’m doing well and that I should take a look at the Renderman software for more options and things. Until I get the money to get a student license I guess I’ll stick to Mental Ray. Soon all the pieces will fall into place...just like these cheap candies :p

With graduation coming up, I’m creating a lot of personal projects including T-shirt designs and keychains. It’s all because of this spark of ideas for quirky, simple characters. Here’s a few examples...

So I was doing a job search since I’m graduating in two weeks, and I get an email for the Tampa Creative Network. My profile was listed as a featured portfolio. This means I had some work that seemed unique enough to be shown publicly. I’m pretty stoked.

Ladies and Gentlemen I present to you, Techno the Cyber Monkey
Over the next few days i will be designing accessories and such, as well as cleaning up his appearance.

So there’s a lot that goes into graduation. There’s preparation for your final presentation, exit exam, reworking old projects for your reel, and finishing boring classes while working a job you’re tired of working. I have finished my final version of the CD inserts for my demo reel handouts. Next is to get the physical portfolio together. Read out this thread to see the layout. and some of the pieces. the portfolio section will be updated soon as well with some cool stuff...

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