Thomas Egan

Thomas Egan

Freelance Storyboard Artist / Illustrator / Concept Artist

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  • About me

    Illustrator, Concept & Storyboard Artist

  • Education

    • Isle of Man College

      2002 - 2004
      National Diploma Art & Design

      Activities and Societies: Public Exhibitions and an award, 1st Prize 2D Artwork, Issued by 'Singer & Friedlander' at the Manx Museum Exhibition. Also working alongside the local Manx Heritage, introducing art installations with the class. Experimenting with a range of artistic materials and mediums, and fundamental taking on more responsibility in my chosen subjects.Also meeting like minded people, opening up much more of myself to new friends and future work colleagues, and setting myself on the path to becoming what I am today.

    • Bournemouth University

      2013 - 2014
      Master's Degree 3D Computer Animation Distinction

      Activities and Societies: Volunteered as Class Representative & appointed Group Project Leader for one assignment. * A complete A to Z breakdown of 3D computer animation, from pre-production to post production.* Demonstrating time management, and the foundations of animation using your creative initiative.* An overall intensive course which pushes you to your absolute limit.

    • Falmouth University

      2004 - 2007
      Bachelor's Degree Illustration

      * Demonstrating a high standard of artistic ability and focus on Illustration skills.* Structure of time management, portfolio, and networking with clients on an international level.* A range of challenging assignments, defining you, your style and how to approach the market.

  • Experience

    • Self-employed

      Jul 2007 - now
      Freelance Storyboard Artist / Illustrator / Concept Artist

      * Gallery Director and Artist in Resident.* Children's character design and illustration workshops.* Seasonal College Lecturer in Illustration for National Diploma and Foundation Students.* Deligated Lead Animator for a lyrical music video.* 3D modeling, rigging, motion graphics, and animatics.* Storyboarding, concepts, data-wrangling, and photography.* Watercolours, gouache, oils, and acrylics.* Digital drawing and rendering, (Wacom Cintiq)* Storyboarding and character concepts. Show less

    • The Isle Gallery

      Sept 2011 - Aug 2013
      Gallery Director / Artist in Residence
    • Isle of Man College

      Jan 2013 - Mar 2013
      Seasonal Illustration Lecturer
    • LoveLove Films

      Sept 2014 - Nov 2014
      Animator - Work Placement
    • Freejam

      Nov 2014 - Mar 2015
      Temporary - Marketing / Concept Artist

      * Character concepts, quick iteration sketches, silhouettes.* Poster designs, dump-feeds, website newspaper layouts and graphical design logos.* User Interface research, designs, vector art.

    • The Silver Crane Company Limited

      Jan 2016 - now
      Product Designer / Illustrator

      * Mac OS operating system and WacomTablet.* Knowledge of tin manufacturing, terminology, construction methods, and functionality.* Traditional foam and PLA printed mock-ups, (Ultimaker 2 Extended+).* 3D modeling and 2D digital painting and animated mechanisms sequences.* Printing methods and traditional 3D mock-ups.* Graphical designs and typography layout.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • National Diploma in Art & Design

      University College Isle of Man
    • MA 3D Computer Animation

      Bournemouth University
      Jan 2013
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Thomas Egan
      1st Prize 2D Artwork Singer & Friedlander 2004 A3 Etched Plate Print, from a College Project: 'Inside Out' - x2 Cloaked Figures.