Hugh Chew
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Staff Material Artist @ Zeromatter | Instructor @ AAU & LCAD| 31 | He/Him
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Reintroduction time for everyone! Hi! I'm Hugh, a Senior Material Artist working Playstation Studios Visual Arts. I've worked in games for over 9 years, and I currently teach at AAU and LCAD.
#gamedev
#gameart
#environmentart
#3dart
about 1 year ago
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First time at Lightbox Expo! And I'll be apart of a panel: The Art of Teaching Game Art! Stop by our panel: Room 208 October 25th, 11:30am-12:30pm! Also I'm offering some unofficial Portfolio Reviews at the LCAD booth #1108 after the panel on Saturday! Let me know if you are attending!
5 days ago
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🦇🩸Hexavier🩸🦇
19 days ago
About ready to call this done
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29 days ago
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Does anyone have a Polycount/Gamedev custom on here? I would love to see some cool feed about folks tinkering and showing cool game art, materials, shaders, tech etc.
30 days ago
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dr. hazel 🐝
about 1 month ago
My contract with Blizzard sadly ends in just two weeks. Come October, I'll be looking for fulltime or contract work as a senior writer or narrative designer. If you need someone who can write sharp characters, poetic prose, and emotional stories, I'm available!
www.hazelmonforton.com
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Natalie Spitzel
about 2 months ago
I don't have the proper words to say more than this now but I was just laid off. My role at Giant Squid is being eliminated. If your studio is looking for an environment artist, please let me know ASAP. I have 5+ years of experience. thank you
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Pup Dagger
2 months ago
Yoooo! Good on Arkane for sticking up for what's right
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'Microsoft has no place being accomplice of a genocide:' Arkane union workers demand Xbox maker sever ties with Israel
Arkane Studios' STJV section in France has published an open letter in support of the Palestinian-led BDS movement.
https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/-microsoft-has-no-place-being-accomplice-of-a-genocide-arkane-union-workers-demand-microsoft-cut-ties-with-israeli-regime
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This guy on LinkedIn constantly loves to post rage bait about Photogrammetry being the end all, be all for Art. I swear post engagement isn’t the way to stay relevant in the industry.
3 months ago
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Makkon
4 months ago
started on grass
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sasha e head
4 months ago
One cool way to save 30mil is to fire the guy at the top making 30mil
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It’s crazy how two presidents of two of the biggest game companies, royally fucked over collectively 15000 people over shitty business choices to appease the shareholders. It sucks they can leave with a golden parachute while they leave this industry on fire.
4 months ago
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Been here for almost a month, but finally time to let everyone know. I started at as a Staff Material Artist at Zeromatter! They are a tech team that are work in Simulations! It is a bit sad that I stepped away from games until things get better or a solid project comes around!
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5 months ago
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Jesus, this shit it horrible. So many talented folks fired over some asshole suit that wants to value profit and Ai over actual art.
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5 months ago
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Today is a big day, First day at my new studio and I’m posting some WIP for two projects I’ve been working on!
#gameart
#materialart
#UE5
5 months ago
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The past few weeks have been busy for me. I went on a bit of a social media blackout, but one thing I can show is our presentation at
#GDC2025
! If you have access to the GDC Vault, you can watch it here!
gdcvault.com/play/1035323...
5 months ago
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My inner child had a blast today at the new SF Nintendo store 🥹 mind you a major amount of this is household items lol
5 months ago
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World Of Level Design
5 months ago
Other & my usual go to way for Normal Map intensity in UE5 is this setup. I cover many more Material Editor setups (including one below) that you need to know & use "#UE5 Master Mat Creation" tutorial course Grab it here:
www.worldofleveldesign.com/store/ue5-ma...
#gameart
#gamedev
#unrealengine
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Offer signed! I start something new next week!
5 months ago
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It’s been a whirlwind couple of weeks, but good news is coming soon!
6 months ago
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I had 7 1on1 reviews with juniors and students today, plus a demo at a Booth! I hope my voice lasts til Friday
7 months ago
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Day 1, of you see me on the floor, don’t be shy and say hi!👋🏻
7 months ago
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Less than a week away from
#GDC2025
if any mutuals are going and would like to connect and network in person, don’t hesitate to stop if you see me on the floor! Or if you want chat 1on1 we can set up some details on the GDC app!
7 months ago
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Mentally preparing for New Week, I’m also going to the gym to physically prepare for all the walking I’m going to be doing.
7 months ago
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Game Developers Conference
8 months ago
For game artists, a good portfolio can make all the difference. It's why
#GDC2025
is excited to host the incredible portfolio review and panel event. Here's how to get your portfolio on the list!
gdconf.com/news/how-get...
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How to Get Your Portfolio Reviewed at GDC 2025 | News | Game Developers Conference (GDC)
Having the right portfolio is key because it's not only how developers show work and growth, but it also demonstrates how you can do the job you're being hired to do. These reviews are the best opport...
http://gdconf.com/news/how-get-your-portfolio-reviewed-gdc-2025?_mc=edit_gdcsf_gdcsf_le_x_27_x_2025
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5:00pm hit and I uploaded one last Meme on Slack
8 months ago
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Today was a tough day at PSVA. Myself a good amount of others were told we were being let go. It's sad for a lot of things, but mostly it's sad because he have to leave a team of such amazing people. If anyone is looking for Material or Environment art roles, preferably Senior, let me know!
8 months ago
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I think this looks great! I think a lot of folks who are a bit jarred by it haven’t seen Shrek and Co in a modern PBR design before.
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8 months ago
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Tweaked my scene a bit trying different designs for Midcentury style. I know the SSS on the translucent fabric is going to be finicky… Also I need to look more into Midcentury light fixtures.
#ue5
#texturing
#gameart
#materialart
8 months ago
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I will be @
#GDC2025
! If you would like to schedule something with me, feel free to reach out via the GDC "Meeting & Networking" I've updated my schedule to reflect my availability. Looking forward to seeing everyone!
#GDC2025
#GameDev
#GameIndustry
#gameart
#texturing
#Substance3D
8 months ago
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Nyla (Faltira)
8 months ago
⭐Presenting: Isle of the Occult⭐ Welcome to my first personal project of 2025! I adored working on this environment and I am very happy with how it came out. Thank you for checking out my work 🖤
#EnvironmentArt
#3dart
#UnrealEngine5
www.artstation.com/artwork/0lZ5Rw
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Forgot to add a screenshot on my last post lol But it's all here is some more progress. Adjusted the Room layout and polished the Modular Kits and added more interesting Wood Panels.
#texturing
#UE5
#gamedev
#gameart
#environmentart
#3dart
8 months ago
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Update! Got some more in. Polished the UVs on the Sofa and Chairs as well as some other Wood Furniture. Still sweating some of the Wall Kits to push the Midcentury vibe and lessen the amount of the Wallpaper. The large bits are almost done, next comes set dressing.
#UE5
#gameart
#texturing
8 months ago
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Some more progress as I slowly work on this scene. So far I’ve added some more Tessellation on the Carpet for a Shag effect and I made a Beauty Render scene for Prop Call Outs. Next comes some more Tileables and fleshing out the props more!
#texturing
#UE5
#gamedev
#gameart
#environmentart
#3dart
8 months ago
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Someone decided to disrupted my class tonight to ask for quick walk
8 months ago
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Came across this take on Linked. Mind you photo is great and has benefits depending on the art discipline. The issue I and a lot of artists have with this take is that there is not absolution in GameDev. Nothing ever becomes obsolete and Photogrammetry has its cons depending on usage.
8 months ago
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More progress! Modeled out some Furniture and threw in some Tileable Wood Floor and a Nanite-tessellated Stone Chimney
#texturing
#UE5
#gamedev
#gameart
#environmentart
#3dart
9 months ago
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Beyond Extent
9 months ago
@hughchew.bsky.social
, Senior Material Artist will be joining us to do a deep dive into Unreal Engine's material layering system. Join our ”Workshop Access” tier to get access, exclusive Q&A participation and early access to the workshop recording:
lnkd.in/eQyxAny9
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Working on a nice Midcentury scene to flesh out some nice Layered Materials.
#gameart
#ue5
#texturing
9 months ago
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Beyond Extent
9 months ago
Abbas Kiyani, Experienced Artist and currently Weapon Artist will be hosting a workshop on how to create amazing looking metal materials. Join our ”Workshop Access” tier to get front row seats, exclusive Q&A participation and early access to the workshop recording:
beyondextent.com
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there are only 3 kinds of material artists. i will not explain
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9 months ago
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Having a Saint Bernard who’s picky with food is practically like having a Picky Kid, just add Jowls and a droopy face
9 months ago
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Finally took the plunge and De-Activated my Twitter, it’s too much to see dumb drama from grifters that only complain and never try to actually help and cultivate Game Development, they only want to tear down an Industry that has grown beyond them behind as they couldn’t grow and mature with it.
9 months ago
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Here’s a couple of random 35mm I took over the past few years! Always cool to see what comes out after
9 months ago
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This past weekend, I got to dust off one of my old film cameras and take some rolls. Now I think I want pick back up on it. But prices insane now! Gonna have to use my shots wise now lol
9 months ago
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Had a nice beach day at Pacifica with this Big Guy
9 months ago
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This week has been mentally exhausting, like more exhausting than working out…
9 months ago
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Sofi!
9 months ago
Hi
#portfolioday
! I ALMOST had something new to show this time, but it didn't work out that way 😅 I'm a 3D environment artist from Los Angeles looking for fulltime or contract work! Artstation:
www.artstation.com/sofiamarina
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Sheila
9 months ago
Happy
#PortfolioDay
! I'm Sheila, a freelance 3D Environment Artist from Italy, specialized in stylized art!🌼 🎨
www.artstation.com/sheila_a
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David Blatt
9 months ago
Selection of key art and cover art drawings I created for Naughty Dog. I am grateful to have these opportunities. ❤️🐾
#Portfolioday
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Arthur Bourgeais
9 months ago
Hi
#PortfolioDay
- I'm Arthur Bourgeais, I work as a freelancer doing concept art and background painting and I love colorful environments. I teach concept art in an art school. I'm looking for work!
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