Lucas Horta
3D Artist / Developer
Lucas Horta is a digital artist and designer whose passion for creative technology drives his continuous exploration of new mediums. His time is devoted to creative coding, ZBrush sculpting, game-engine experiments, and technical research that fuels his latest obsessions.
His practice combines technical and research-driven approaches across digital mediums to create compelling stories. He is excited about the opportunity to develop these skills further in a team environment, where he can both contribute and grow.
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Dr. Stephanie Andrews
Program Manager, Master of Animation, Games, and Interactivity
Lucas did an outstanding job as a developer for a creative research project in VR. He was very resourceful, responsive, and engaged with the task over a period of several months, and showed dedication and resilience when it came to solving difficult challenges. He's an excellent communicator who is able to think constructively and come up with innovative responses and suggest alternative approaches to both technical and creative situations.
My Reading List
I keep an updated library shelf of my ongoing readings here:
The Stack - Benjamin Bratton
You are Here: Art After the Internet - Omar Kholeif
Simulacra and Simulation - Jean Baudrillard
Skills
- Virtual Reality Development
- 3D Modeling and Animation
- Unity and Unreal Engine
- Sound Design
- Interaction Design
- Web Development
- UX/UI Design
- Photogrammetry
- Creative Coding
- Video Production and Editing
Software Proficiency
- Unity
- Unreal Engine
- ZBrush
- Maya
- Blender
- Substance Painter
- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, etc.)
- Figma
- Java
- HTML/CSS
Education
RMIT University
Bachelor of Digital Media
Expected Graduation: 2025
Work Experience
VR Developer
RMIT University
Aug 2023 - Jun 2024 (11 months)
- Worked as a technical assistant in Unity, creating VR art pieces under Stephanie Andrews
- Specialized in texture artistry and 3D modeling
- Developed skills in VR development and digital asset creation
Waiter & Content Creator
Anada Spanish Restaurant
2022 - 2023
- Created visual content for social media channels
- Organised photo shoots and lighting setups
- Designed coupons and additional marketing materials such as mockup posters
Previous Roles Prior
- Fastest analogue UberEats cycling courier ever - Roughly 2 years
- Compassionate call center professional
- Various hospitality roles in cafés
Conference Presentations
ISEA Conference 2024
Speaker, Exhibiting Artist, & Author | June 25, 2024
- Delivered a presentation of my VR-based video essay, examining the role of virtual reality in digital preservation and heritage.
- Participated in an exhibition alongside other VR artists, offering insights into my creative process and the development of VR projects for heritage preservation.
- Presented a talk on low-cost photogrammetry methods in dense urban environments, focusing on practical applications and challenges.
- Authored a brief paper on low-cost photogrammetry methods, accessible through the ISEA website.