Summary
ZUREL · Leonid Naku
3D Modeler · Visualizer · Designer
About Me
Passionate about 3D graphics since 2007 and working professionally since 2010, I am a 3D Artist specializing in high-fidelity Hard-Surface modeling and photorealistic visualization. Since 2013, I have been successfully developing and selling premium 3D assets on major global marketplaces, including CGTrader, TurboSquid, RenderHub, and Adobe Stock.
Work Experience (Freelance Projects):
Air-Box (2011 – 2022) — 3D modeling of window ventilation devices, UV mapping, and photorealistic visualization.
ZHEESHEE (2011 – 2022) — models ranging from electronic devices to heavy machinery, used in production, advertising, and film.
AVA Studio (2014 – 2020) — 3D modeling of furniture and architectural elements for interior visualization.
Design Solutions (2014 – 2018) — modeling furniture and components for architectural projects.
Arcreative Media (2011 – 2015) — furniture, architectural visualization, technical and electronic devices for video production.
SnowStudio (2010 – 2014) — 3D models of machinery, vehicles, and electronics for catalogs, packaging, advertising, and film.
3D Molier International (2009 – 2011) — high-detailed electronic device models (phones, equipment) for visualization.
Selected Clients and Projects:
Fiero Animals (2011) — detailed interior modeling for presentations (Audi Q7 Patric Hellman).
Ekostroi (2011) — modeling, texturing, and rendering of commercial furniture.
Techno Art Group (2015) — 3D models and decorative elements for CNC processing.
Skills:
3D Modeling (High-Poly / Low-Poly), Hard-Surface Modeling, UV Mapping, Texturing, Rendering (V-Ray, Mental Ray, Cycles), Photoshop (post-production), Model optimization for games, advertising, and film
Additional:
Experience in selling 3D models on CGTrader, TurboSquid, RenderHub, 3DExport, Adobe Stock.
Languages: Ukrainian, Russian, Romanian; English — basic level.
My 3D Marketplace: https://zurel.artstation.com/store
Skills
Software proficiency
Experience
- 3D Modeler, 3D Visualizer, Designer (Remote) at Air-BoxNovember 2011 - February 2022
3D modeling of window ventilation devices, followed by UV unwrapping and photorealistic visualization. Preparing high-quality images for the manufacturer's website, showcasing the products with maximum detail and realism.
Format: Remote freelance project. - 3D Modeler, Designer (Remote) at ZHEESHEEJune 2011 - February 2022
3D modeling of various models, ranging from simple objects to different electronic devices and heavy machinery. The main work involved 3D modeling and UV unwrapping. The 3D models were used in production, advertising, films, and cinematics.
Format: Remote freelance project. - 3D Modeler (Remote) at AVA StudioILJanuary 2014 - July 2020
3D modeling of furniture and architectural elements for interior architectural visualization.
Format: Remote freelance project. - 3D Modeler (Remote) at Design SolutionsCAApril 2014 - December 2018
3D modeling of furniture and architectural elements for interior architectural visualization.
Format: Remote freelance project. - 3D Modeler (Remote) at Arcreative MediaILMarch 2011 - October 2015
The main part of my work involved 3D modeling of furniture and architectural elements for interior architectural visualization. However, there were exceptions: I occasionally modeled machinery and electronics for video production.
Format: Remote freelance project. - 3D Modeler, Designer (Remote) at SnowStudioMarch 2010 - June 2014
3D models of various types of machinery, including vehicles and electronics, intended for subsequent visualization in catalogs, packaging, video advertising, and films.
Format: Remote freelance project. - 3D Modeler, 3D Visualizer (Remote) at 3D Molier InternationalUASeptember 2009 - February 2011
High-detailed electronic device models (phones, equipment) for visualization.
Format: Remote freelance project.