ABOUT ME:

I am a 3D Artist who graduated from the University of Colorado Denver with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 3D Graphic Design and Animation (GPA 3.85). I enjoy transforming ideas and 2D concepts into fully realized 3D models and environments. After graduating, I continued improving my skills by training at Vertex School, where I focus on learning professional techniques for creating 3D environments for games. I am passionate about continuously learning and developing my craft to grow as a 3D artist

My Project

Duc Minh Nguyen

3D Artist

Degree & Certification

Projeccts

The Apothecary

This is a short animated film project created as part of my graduation thesis, developed together with my classmates. In this project, my main responsibility was focusing on the 3D modeling of both the environments and the characters in the film. The story centers around Basil and her first day in her new shop. Throughout the day, Basil must learn to cope with the stress of opening her shop, making her customers happy, and keeping her dream alive. Basil’s tumultuous day reminds us all of the value of self-care and mindfulness as we all strive to keep it together in a busy and hectic world.

Onibus Coffee

This project was created during my time studying in the Vertex Game Art Program. The concept was inspired by the cozy atmosphere of cafés in Japan, while the overall style and color palette were influenced by the game Life is Strange: True Colors. The goal was to create a warm and inviting environment with a stylized visual approach.

Stylized Forest Cottage

The visual direction of this project is inspired by The Legend of Zelda along with several 2D cottage concepts collected from Pinterest. These references helped shape the overall mood, stylized forms, and charming fantasy atmosphere of the environment. The scene is designed to capture a cozy and welcoming feeling, similar to the warm, storybook-like worlds often seen in stylized adventure games. At the same time, the environment maintains clear shapes and readable design to ensure it fits naturally within a game-like setting while preserving a strong and appealing visual identity.