SPPonton

STUART PONTON
Design // New media


CAREER
I began Art classes at the age of 6 and continued on throughout my schooling career. I was focused mainly on the fine art aspects in art but that changed when I was inspired by conceptual art and began learning Photoshop at the age of 13. I currently study at TUT Arts campus as a Multimedia student. I work at Ministry of Illusion for an internship and have been doing Freelance work for the past three years.

WORK PHILOSOPHY
I enjoy all aspects of Design: Graphic, concept, 2D and 3D animation, illustration and web. I am a highly inspired and motivated person when it comes to design and conceptualizing. I am always looking to do something edgy and fresh. When it comes down to the work I am a perfectionist and will work on projects accordingly.

INSPIRATION
I am inspired greatly by the Masters of art and design and am constantly researching Design and Art history and trends. I strive to find a unique South African touch in design. Bringing this unique flavor is what I look for in design and anything with that inspires me. I also look through a lens to find inspiration as well as in the company I keep. Raised in a small town I was always seeking for something more. This largely influences what I do today.

Skills
Creative concepts and general concept art, DTP and finished art, Fine arts, Graphic Design, Illustration, 2D animation, 3D animation, Photography, Film (general set work) and web design.

Programs
Photoshop, Illustrator, Painter, Premier Pro, Indesign, Flash (AS 2 & 3), After Effects, Maya, Mud box, Z-brush, Dreamweaver and Joomla.