Hello, I am
Dylan Aske
About Me:
Howdy! I’m Dylan Aske, an established 3D VFX Artist, Illustrator, and Teacher based in British Columbia. I earned my VFX Diploma from Capilano University before gaining years of experience in Visual Effects, 3D Simulation, and pipeline Development. I bring ideas to life through dynamic visuals.
What I do:
VFX & 3D Art – Experienced in Houdini, Unreal Engine, Maya, Nuke, Substance Painter, SynthEyes, and the rest of the 3D pipeline.
Teaching & Mentorship – Helping aspiring artists break into the industry.
Pipeline Exploration – Python, VEX, and Blueprint skills to automate workflows and boost efficiency. Facial motion capture, AI greenscreen masking, alternative crowd simulation solutions and more.
Illustration & Concept Art – Passionate about penning ideas quickly.
Procedural Geometry Modelling
3D Physics Simulations
Classical Physics
Pre-Calculus
Python Programming
VEX Programming
Texturing/Surfacing
3D Modelling
Compositing
Look Dev
Curriculum Design
Technical Writing
Concept Art
Illustration
Web Design
Experiences:
Visual Effects Artist - Atomic Cartoons
Bringing high quality Visual Effects to the amazing productions of Atomic Cartoons. Working with the talented FX team, using our Houdini expertise and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced production environment.
VFX Teacher - Emily Carr University of Art and Design (Present)
Helping the next generation of artists figure out how Houdini fits into the pipeline. We explore proceduralism, and do simulations to create world-class student films.
Visual Effects Artist- Fish Flight Entertainment
Developed FX and streamlined workflows along side the team at Fish Flight Entertainment. As an FX artist I was able to do my own research, write documentation, incorporate cutting-edge technology, composite my own shots, and get my hands dirty trying new things. The most fun I have ever had in the industry.
Teaching Assistant - Langara Center of Entertainment Arts
Provided hands-on guidance in Houdini fundamentals. Solidified my understandings of the basics while mentoring students in the wildly creative and technical world of Houdini.