Case Studies

A closer look at the process, decisions, and craft behind selected projects.

.01

Beneath the Moss Roof

  • Environment Art
  • Modeling
  • Materials
  • Lighting
  • Compositing

Inspired by Reyhan’s original concept, this stylized miniature kitchen blends handcrafted props, rich timber, vintage appliances, herbs, and warm cinematic lighting to create a cozy, lived-in cottage atmosphere.

Year
Role
3D Environment Artist
Project
Personal
Duration
10 weeks
Original Concept
Reyhan
Tools
Blender · Substance 3D Assets
Featured by Blender Artists Community
View on ArtStation

.02

Letters from Kitano, Kyoto

  • Concept & Design
  • Watercolor Style
  • Line Art

A stylized Japanese miniature inspired by the quiet charm of Kyoto streets and traditional post corners. Lush foliage, watercolor-inspired textures, warm color harmony, and handcrafted details come together to create a peaceful, story-driven environment.

Year
Role
3D Environment Concept Artist
Project
Personal
Duration
9 weeks
Inspiration
Kitano, Kyoto
Tools
Blender
Featured by Blender Artists Community
View on ArtStation

.03

Grandma’s Kitchen Stove

  • Props & Assets
  • Modeling
  • Texturing
  • PBR

A production-focused hero prop study exploring silhouette, material storytelling, and a delivery-ready bake and texture workflow for a nostalgic kitchen asset.

Year
Role
3D Props Artist
Project
Personal
Duration
4 weeks
Original Concept
Reyhan
Tools
Blender · Substance 3D Painter · Marmoset Toolbag
View on ArtStation

.04

The Clockmaker

  • Environment Art
  • Modeling
  • Materials
  • Lighting

Inspired by Teresa Layman’s original concept, this stylized clockmaker’s workshop combines vintage clocks, delicate gears, handcrafted materials, warm timber, and cinematic lighting to create a nostalgic, lived-in environment.

Year
Role
3D Environment Artist
Project
Personal
Duration
9 weeks
Original Concept
Teresa Layman
Tools
Blender · Substance 3D Assets
Featured by Adobe Substance 3D Designer
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.05

A Little Café

  • Environment Art
  • Modeling
  • Materials
  • Lighting

A cozy stylized coffee shop where handcrafted props, warm wooden materials, desserts, plants, and vintage appliances come together under soft cinematic lighting to create an inviting, lived-in miniature environment.

Year
Role
3D Environment Artist
Project
Personal
Duration
8 weeks
Tools
Blender
Featured by Adobe Substance 3D Designer
View on ArtStation

.06

Marronnier Town

  • Environment Art
  • Modeling
  • Materials
  • Lighting

A stylized miniature town brought to life through warm architecture, lush foliage, handcrafted materials, and glowing cinematic light, creating a whimsical and inviting storybook environment.

Year
Role
3D Environment Artist
Project
Personal
Duration
7 weeks
Tools
Blender
View on ArtStation

.07

Rugged and Rustic

  • Environment Art
  • Modeling
  • Materials
  • Lighting

A stylized autumn cabin built around handcrafted timber, glowing lanterns, camping props, rich foliage, and warm cinematic lighting, capturing the quiet comfort of a secluded forest retreat.

Year
Role
3D Environment Artist
Project
Personal
Duration
8 weeks
Tools
Blender · Substance 3D Assets
Featured by Blender Artists Community
View on ArtStation

.08

The Wishing Town

  • Concept & Design
  • Blockout
  • Mood
  • Lighting

A 3D environment concept study exploring a quiet storybook town centered around a glowing wishing tree, developed through shape language, color, mood, and key-view composition.

Year
Role
3D Environment Concept Artist
Project
Personal
Duration
5 weeks
Tools
Blender
View on ArtStation

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