With an architectural background, I bring a unique problem-solving approach that merges artistic vision with technical expertise. My journey from architecture to 3D and FX has been a natural evolution.
As an FX artist, I specialize in crafting efficient setups for complex challenges, ensuring consistency across shots. I use programming to automate tasks, optimize workflows, and enhance Houdini’s pipeline integration.
While FX is my focus, years of experience in film, TV, video mapping, art installations, and commercials have given me a deep understanding of the VFX pipeline, including modeling, texturing, shading, rendering, and compositing.
I thrive on solving creative and technical challenges, whether working solo or in teams. Self-motivated and adaptable, I embrace feedback to improve both my work and skills. Known for my strong work ethic and positive attitude, I deliver precise results under pressure, keeping teams energized even on tight deadlines.
Work History
FX Artist
TRIXTER
October 2021 - June 2023
Houdini FX artist
LampPost VFX
March 2024 - July 2024
Developed and implemented clear and efficient setups ensuring consistency and speed in the delivery of a large number and variety of shots, including: Soft bodies, water, smoke, rbd, etc.
Also, wrote Python scripts to speed up shot creation and improve integration of Houdini into the pipeline.
FX Artist
Cúbica
October 2023 - February 2024
Barcelona, Cataluña, España · Hybrid
Teacher: Houdini RBD
ANIMUM Creativity Advanced School
August 2018 - October 2018
Barcelona y alrededores, España
Online Tutor of Houdini RBD
Architect
Gilberto Villegas & Architectos
January 1998 - January 2000
Medellin
House designing
3d generalist, architectural visualization
Berestain
January 2006 - January 2010
Barcelona
3d generalist, architectural visualization
FX artist / animator
www.optimusmr.es
August 2011 - October 2011
Barcelona
Animations & FX for advertising campaign
3D Artist / Animator /Compositor / Motion Grapher
Urano Films S.L.
May 2012 - August 2012
Barcelona y alrededores, España
3D Artist , 2D animator, compositor on a video mapping show during “La festa de la Mercé”.
Animator, Compositor
Urano Films
May 2012 - August 2012
Barcelona, Spain
Creation of part of the animation for the Video Mapping for the city hall of Barcelona: “Festa de la Mercé”
FX Artist / 3D generalist
Freelance
May 2013 - June 2013
Barcelona y alrededores, España
3D /VFX for winner video clip on International VJ contest.
3d generalist, architectural visualization (FreeLancer)
www.masteringenieria.com
August 2006 - September 2014
Barcelona
Motion Grapher
Avalon Multimedia
January 2015 - February 2015
Barcelona y alrededores, España
Motion graphics for the exhibition “Metrópolis Barcelona” at the Disseny Hub museum.
FX Artist / 3D Generalist
Mentopia
June 2015 - June 2015
Barcelona y alrededores, España
Cloth Simulation / FX Dust / Modeling / Texturing / Rendering / Compositing for Seat Cupra advertising campaing
FX Artist
Freelance
September 2016 - September 2016
Barcelona y alrededores, España
Creating water simulation for a Camper video-mapping (Advertising Campaign)
Video mapping for Tucan Suites Hotel
Freelance
June 2014 - August 2014
Tarapoto, Peru
Video mapping to be projected in the facade of the Tucan Suits Hotel, in the Peruvian forest.
FX Artist
TRIXTER
October 2021 - June 2023
Munich, Baviera, Alemania
FX Artist / Generalist
Hydra Studios
June 2021 - October 2021
Barcelona, Cataluña, España
FX Artist / Houdini Generalist. Responsible of dust, smoke, explosions and procedural animation of the title sequence. Also lighting and comp of some shots.
FX Artist
Dwarf Animation Studio
December 2018 - March 2020
Montpellier y alrededores, Francia
FX Artist
TRIXTER
June 2018 - July 2018
Berlín y alrededores, Alemania
Featured Film not released yet. Destruction, dust, debris, laser efects, burning flesh, etc.
FX Artist 3D Generalist
Ann Lislegaard
May 2017 - August 2017
Copenhague
FX, Animation, Lighting, Rendering and Compositing, for an art project.
FX Artist
Ghost VFX
May 2017 - May 2017
Copenhagen, Denmark
Creating Sparks and Dust elements for Legion: Marvel's TV series.
FX Artist / 3D Generalist
Mentopia
October 2015 - December 2016
Barcelona y alrededores, España
Dust, particle effects, destruction, cloth, modeling, animation shading, lighting, rendering, compositing for several car advertisement campaigns.
FX Artist / 3D Generalist
OPTIMUS MEDINA RILEY SL
June 2016 - July 2016
Barcelona y alrededores, España
FX / 3D Generalist. Video mapping for MOSI Museum (Tampa, Florida).
FX Artist
Ayax Audiovisual S.L.
May 2015 - May 2015
Barcelona y alrededores, España
Fluid simulations for advertisement campaign
FX Artist / 3D Generalist
Freelance
October 2014 - November 2014
Barcelona, Spain
FX Artist / 3D Generalist. Video mapping performed in a new model car presentation (Seat León 2014)
3ds max - After Effects
FX Artist / 3D Generalist
Freelance
May 2014 - August 2014
Barcelona, Spain
3D Artist FX Artist, 2D animator, compositor on a video mapping show during “La festa de la Mercé”.