As a passionate 3D Environment Artist with almost a decade of experience in creating immersive and visually stunning virtual worlds, I thrive on bringing imaginative landscapes to life. My expertise lies in composition, 3D modeling, texturing, and lighting, with a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of environmental storytelling.In addition to my environment artistry, I have a solid foundation in technical art, including visual scripting and shader development. This technical proficiency allows me to bridge the gap between artistry and functionality, ensuring that the environments I create are not only beautiful but also optimized for performance within real-time applications and efficient in development.I have had the privilege of teaching art and technology at three different universities internationally, sharing my knowledge and experience with aspiring artists and contributing to the development of the next generation of creatives. Throughout my career, I have collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop engaging environments for video games, virtual reality, architecture and education. I am proficient in industry-standard tools such as Maya, Substance, Zbrush, Unreal Engine and Unity, ensuring high-quality environments from concept to final implementation.I believe that a well-crafted environment can evoke emotion and enhance gameplay. My portfolio showcases a diverse range of projects, highlighting my versatility and commitment to delivering top-notch work.I am always excited to learn new techniques and trends in the 3D art and technical art space, and I enjoy contributing to collaborative projects that push the envelope of what's possible in digital environments. Let's connect and explore opportunities to create stunning worlds together!🚀Jens Pepplerhttps://www.artstation.com/jenspeppler