An Introduction to Computer Graphics for Artists

Andrew Paquette formerly worked in the video game industry as a modeler, texture artist, concept designer, storyboard artist, animator, and art director. In the film industry, he worked primarily as a texture artist but also as a CG lighter and modeler. Some of the companies he has worked for include: Epic Games, Square USA, THQ, Cinesite, Sony Picture Imageworks, and Rhythm & Hues. Some of the more prominent projects he has worked on are: Unreal (PC), Parasite Eve (PSX), Full Spectrum Warrior (XBOX), and the feature films Spider-Man, Space Jam, and Daredevil. Prior to becoming a CG artist and art director, he worked as an illustrator and comic book artist. He currently teaches computer graphics at the top-ranked game development bachelor’s program in the Netherlands.