About

Above "Paco like Taco" Crochet  done by Vivian Li

Hey, wonderful wanderers! I'm Paco Casares, your guide through the realms of 3D! My fascination with creating immersive worlds sparked way back in the Nintendo 64 days when I was a young boy, playing Ocarina of Time, where the joy of exploring Hyrule ignited a passion for crafting landscapes that range from fantastical wonders to spine-chilling sci-fi nightmares.

I've had the surreal experience of contributing to the very franchise that inspired my journey - Twilight Princess in HD. Working on this iconic project, alongside dabbling in many other escapades and collaborating with many freelancing projects, has been a dream realized. I have worked on a diverse range of fantastic projects, including Urban Landscaping, Virtual Realities, Augmented Realities, and Product Visualizations.

While my roots lie in crafting immersive landscapes and props, my path has led me to unexpected destinations, including the realm of education. As a teacher at AIE, I'm constantly honing my skills to keep pace with the ever-evolving industry. Teaching a diverse array of subjects within the Game Advanced Diploma and Games Art Degrees, I strive to inspire the next generation of game and VFX artists.

In the classroom, I dive into the nitty-gritty of 3D modeling, unfold UVs, bake and texture, and teach anatomy through character creation. Whether it's constructing modular environments or guiding the entire character creation workflow, I cover a wide array of workflows. In these classes, I teach a great variety of different software suites, including Maya, Substance Painter, Substance Designer, Pixar Renderman, ZBrush, and Nuke.

Beyond the artistic pursuits within these pixels, I am known for my outrageous humor, genuine intense passion in my art and craft, and as a proud gay bear man. Let's embark on this creative journey together - where dimensions meet dreams.

Lets have a coffee. Contact me, or send me an email to pc[at]paco3d.art