Originally from Colorado, David Riddle is a Senior Character Artist on Hi-Rez Studios' online game, Smite. David has a deep knowledge of traditional art techniques, especially sculpting, that he has utilized in his career in 3D art. He has a huge technical knowledge base that he shares with us in the first half of the interview. Then we transition into a discussion about his early years as a highly creative kid, acquiring skills, art education, and then breaking into the game industry.

David's Links

• David's Artstation
• Hi-Res Studios
• Smite

Software

• Topo Gun
• Maya
• 3Ds Max
• ZBrush
• Unreal Engine

Networking

• Polycount
• Art Station
• SIEGE
• Summit

FDM 3D Printing

• YouTube Video

Other Links

• Ron Mueck Book
• Ron Mueck Wikipedia
• What is a 3D Character Artist?
• Parkinson's Law
• Bone Clones

 

Podcast Credits:

• Pat Bollin: Host
• Jeremiah Clark: Co-Host

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