My path to 3D animation

With many years of experience working in real-world 3D, making metal sculpture and fine jewelry, I became obsessed with the world of 3D animation after being introduced to it by a friend. Starting with modeling, I have taken deep dives into various parts of the craft, including materials, lighting, animation techniques, rendering and simulations. I often bring it all together in AfterEffects, adding in vector animation, text, doing color grading, and transitions.

I am dedicated to my craft and lifelong learning. I love being able to see the images that live in my imagination come to life, while delighting and informing the viewers. I have extensive training and practical experience in marketing and business, which helps me connect the dots between business strategy and content creation.

Since starting in this industry, I have had the good fortune to work on projects for clients ranging from global superstar Shakira to global brands Skechers and Intel.

My Tools

3D: Cinema 4D, Redshift, Zbrush, Substance Suite
2D: AfterEffects, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro

My Training and Experience

  • BS in Art from University of Wisconsin-Madison
  • Fulbright Scholar in Sculpture-Nepal
  • Cinema 4D Ascent-School of Motion Spring 2021
  • Animation Bootcamp-School of Motion Winter 2022
  • Freelance Illustrator and UI Designer for companies in software, tech/legal advisory, construction and non-profit since 2018

Before I was a motion designer...

For many years, I designed, fabricated and marketed my collection of fine jewelry, reaching clients across the US and abroad.

Some of the work I produced over the years can be seen here.

From this experience, I learned about crafting a marketing message and how to work with clients directly to fulfill their vision.

After the 2015 earthquake in Nepal, I embarked on the adventure of a lifetime, founding a non-profit to help rebuild rural areas.

Our team succeeded in completely rebuilding the village of Rainaskot, seen here, and completed projects in 3 other villages while the organization was active. Read more here.

Leading this project helped me become proficient in teamwork, project management and collaboration.

For availability, please reach out to me athello@natashawozniak.com