Thank you to my Mentor Mr. Syd Dutton

Jan 27, 2025

Film Industry

I began my Feature Film career in 2003 at Digital Domain as a Concept Artist. Despite having no prior film experience, I quickly advanced in the techniques of photorealistic concept art, matte painting, and 3D modeling using Maya.

“Thank you Mr. Syd Dutton for having shared your knowledge, training me as a photo-realistic matte painter and concept artist, which helped me advance in my career int eh Film and Gaming Industries!"


At Digital Domain, I had the opportunity to design various sequences for "The Day After Tomorrow," including the iconic tornado scene in Los Angeles.

I then joined Illusion Arts, where I had the privilege of working closely with CEO Mr. Syd Dutton. Under his guidance, I honed my skills as a Matte Painter over several years, contributing to numerous Feature Film projects.

I am deeply grateful to Mr. Syd Dutton for sharing his invaluable knowledge, which significantly advanced my career as both a Concept Artist and Matte Painter."

I’ve started my Feature Film career in 2003 at Digital Domain as a Concept Artist. This was my first professional title as I’ve had no prior film experience, but quickly advanced in both the techniques of photo realistic concept art, matte paintings, and 3d modeling using Maya at Digital Domain working as a Concept Artist, I’ve had the opportunity to design various sequences for “The Day After Tomorrow” feature film, including the tornado scene going through Los Angeles.  

I left Digital Domain to join“Illusion Arts” where CEO Mr. Syd Dutton offered me a full-time position, and I’ve worked and studied under him for a couple of years on various Feature Film Projects as a Matte Painter .

Some of my mentors amazing traditional matte paintings below painted in oils.


Sign Up To My Newsletter

Get notified when a new article is posted.

Sign Up To My Newsletter

Get notified when a new article is posted.

Sign Up To My Newsletter

Get notified when a new article is posted.