Recommendations
3d World Artist
Net Devil
“James and I worked together on LEGO Universe. Part of his role was to simplify my 3D LEGO models in such a way as to preserve the LEGO look and feel, yet reduce the burden on the game engine. I was confident that any model I handed off to him would be masterfully optimized, and in most cases optimized in such a way as to not be visibly noticeable to me. In those instances where he had to make noticeable changes his communication was always done in an understanding, timely and consensus-building manner so as to maintain the original design intent behind the model. His suggestions for improvement were always realistic and pragmatic in nature.” June 5, 2012
1st Duane Hess, Digital Model Designer, Playwell Studios, LEGO Systems, Inc (Formerly NetDevil)
worked directly with James at Net Devil
“James was an amazingly hard worker at Netdevil. He consistently provided amazing 3D work and often could be found working later than anyone else in the building to put in the extra effort. He is a great hire for anyone looking for a 3D artist.” June 4, 2012
1st Peter Coene, Concept Artist, NetDevil
worked with James at Net Devil
“James is an impressive artist who has created amazing 3D visuals for the game LEGO Universe. His attention to detail and strong work ethic make him an ideal candidate for many artistic roles in the entertainment industry.” May 9, 2012
1st Michael Starks, Senior Physics Programmer, NetDevil
worked with James at Net Devil
“James is an outstanding artist. His passion for the industry and positive attitude has always been an inspiration and made him a good person to work with. He is committed to everything he is assigned to do and his knowledge of the work makes him a go-to person for other people on the team and other departments.” March 16, 2011
1st Sergey Ivakhnenko Grey, Senior 3D Artist, NetDevil
managed James indirectly at Net Devil
“James was one of my world team members at at NetDevil. When I hired James he quickly became one of my stars on the team and helped me changes art process for the company and push the bounds of what we can do. He excels at modeling and dedication to whatever i would throw at him. He would be a great fit for any company who wants a solid 100% giving artist on there team. James is a self starter and comes in on his own to do whatever it takes to get the job done. I would highly recommend James and hope to work with him again in the future.” March 16, 2011
1st Rich Vargas, World Lead, NetDevil
managed James at Net Devil
Lab Monitor/Tutor
Full Sail University
“James was a great lab monitor, who was always available. He practically lived at school and always had tips and advice to offer. Was also willing to take criticism and advice that helped him grow as a digital artist.” April 13, 2011
1st Donte Shelton, Student, Full Sail University
worked directly with James at Full Sail University
Student
Full Sail Real World Education
“James is one of the hardest workers I know, while we were in school together he was the one that I would always see still working until the early morning. I often felt inspired by his work ethics and commitment, and how he always tried to help.” October 4, 2009
1st Carlos Berrios, Student, Full Sail Real World Education,
studied with James at Full Sail Real World Education
“James was one of the most hardest working character modelers I saw working at the school. He would spend many long nights working in the labs to get his stuff to perfect. I have never seen so much work put into the tiny details that he puts in his models.” March 23, 2009
1st Zachary Brinkerhoff, Student, Full Sail Real World Education,
studied with James at Full Sail Real World Education
“James is an amazing character modeler, and a very easy person to work with. I did some freelance work for James and his modeled were easy to work with, and he was also very professional in the way he carried himself.” September 30, 2008
1st Stephen Jenkins, Student, Full Sail Real World Education,
studied with James at Full Sail Real World Education
“James is the hardest working person I think ive ever met, his work speaks for its self -- Nick” September 22, 2008
1st Nick Alonge, Student, Full Sail Real World Education,
studied with James at Full Sail Real World Education
Net Devil
“James and I worked together on LEGO Universe. Part of his role was to simplify my 3D LEGO models in such a way as to preserve the LEGO look and feel, yet reduce the burden on the game engine. I was confident that any model I handed off to him would be masterfully optimized, and in most cases optimized in such a way as to not be visibly noticeable to me. In those instances where he had to make noticeable changes his communication was always done in an understanding, timely and consensus-building manner so as to maintain the original design intent behind the model. His suggestions for improvement were always realistic and pragmatic in nature.” June 5, 2012
1st Duane Hess, Digital Model Designer, Playwell Studios, LEGO Systems, Inc (Formerly NetDevil)
worked directly with James at Net Devil
“James was an amazingly hard worker at Netdevil. He consistently provided amazing 3D work and often could be found working later than anyone else in the building to put in the extra effort. He is a great hire for anyone looking for a 3D artist.” June 4, 2012
1st Peter Coene, Concept Artist, NetDevil
worked with James at Net Devil
“James is an impressive artist who has created amazing 3D visuals for the game LEGO Universe. His attention to detail and strong work ethic make him an ideal candidate for many artistic roles in the entertainment industry.” May 9, 2012
1st Michael Starks, Senior Physics Programmer, NetDevil
worked with James at Net Devil
“James is an outstanding artist. His passion for the industry and positive attitude has always been an inspiration and made him a good person to work with. He is committed to everything he is assigned to do and his knowledge of the work makes him a go-to person for other people on the team and other departments.” March 16, 2011
1st Sergey Ivakhnenko Grey, Senior 3D Artist, NetDevil
managed James indirectly at Net Devil
“James was one of my world team members at at NetDevil. When I hired James he quickly became one of my stars on the team and helped me changes art process for the company and push the bounds of what we can do. He excels at modeling and dedication to whatever i would throw at him. He would be a great fit for any company who wants a solid 100% giving artist on there team. James is a self starter and comes in on his own to do whatever it takes to get the job done. I would highly recommend James and hope to work with him again in the future.” March 16, 2011
1st Rich Vargas, World Lead, NetDevil
managed James at Net Devil
Lab Monitor/Tutor
Full Sail University
“James was a great lab monitor, who was always available. He practically lived at school and always had tips and advice to offer. Was also willing to take criticism and advice that helped him grow as a digital artist.” April 13, 2011
1st Donte Shelton, Student, Full Sail University
worked directly with James at Full Sail University
Student
Full Sail Real World Education
“James is one of the hardest workers I know, while we were in school together he was the one that I would always see still working until the early morning. I often felt inspired by his work ethics and commitment, and how he always tried to help.” October 4, 2009
1st Carlos Berrios, Student, Full Sail Real World Education,
studied with James at Full Sail Real World Education
“James was one of the most hardest working character modelers I saw working at the school. He would spend many long nights working in the labs to get his stuff to perfect. I have never seen so much work put into the tiny details that he puts in his models.” March 23, 2009
1st Zachary Brinkerhoff, Student, Full Sail Real World Education,
studied with James at Full Sail Real World Education
“James is an amazing character modeler, and a very easy person to work with. I did some freelance work for James and his modeled were easy to work with, and he was also very professional in the way he carried himself.” September 30, 2008
1st Stephen Jenkins, Student, Full Sail Real World Education,
studied with James at Full Sail Real World Education
“James is the hardest working person I think ive ever met, his work speaks for its self -- Nick” September 22, 2008
1st Nick Alonge, Student, Full Sail Real World Education,
studied with James at Full Sail Real World Education