Photoshop
Bala Sutar
Senior Concept artist
Bengaluru
Summary
Concept Artist | Visual Development | VR Game Artist
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Advanced Artist
Light & Wonder
07.2024 - Current
- Specialize in creating slot game art, utilizing AI pipelines and motion graphics to enhance game visuals
- Lead the development of innovative game art assets, ensuring high-quality visual designs for advanced gaming experiences
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize game aesthetics and integrate cutting-edge technologies
Co-Founder | Art Director
Lokas Interactive (VR Gaming)
03.2023 - Current
- Drive visual excellence in VR games, focusing on concept development and immersive design
- Lead visual direction for 'BeatHit,' a fitness app integrating boxing and shooting elements
Senior Concept Artist / Visual Development
Zebu Animation
07.2022 - 04.2023
- Managed animation pre-production, character design, color scripting, and background art
Principal Concept Artist
Big Viking Games
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Delivered high-quality game concepts, pre-visualizations, splash screens, mood boards, style guides, and UI designs
- Key Project: 'Yo Life' - Meta Virtual World Game
Senior 2D/3D Game Artist
Games24x7
05.2019 - 09.2020
- Created game concepts, splash screens, mood boards, and style guides for casino games
- Key Project: 'Pet Heaven' - Bubble Shooter Game
Lead Artist
Self-Employed/Freelancer
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Handled the complete art pipeline, including 3D modeling and UI design
- Key Projects: 'Teen Patti' - Bubble Shooter Game, 'Run Totti Run' - Visual Development Artist
Senior 2D/3D Game Artist
Hike.in
03.2013 - 01.2018
- Specialized in character design, sticker design, 3D face filters, and AR effects
- Worked with a prototyping team on projects reaching millions of users
- Key Projects:
- 'Dadi vs Jellies' - Shooter Game (Game of the Year 2014, Nasscom GDC India, 1M users)
- 'Shiva the Time Bender' - Platform Runner Game (Featured in 100 countries, 1M users)
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Illustration and Traditional Painting
Abhinav Kala Mahavidyalaya
01.2004 - 1 2009
Skills
Visual art creation
Acrylic painting
Teamwork and cooperation
Photographic editing
Texture painting
concept art
Digital illustration
Visual storytelling
Concept development
2D design
3D design
Behance
balasart
Awards
GAFX Bangalore - 1st Prize Winner, 2017-2018, Recognized at India's largest annual event for Games, Animation, and Visual Effects, hosted by the Government of Karnataka. Won first prize in the digital painting competition (professional category).
Notable Links
- BeatHit
- Zebu Animation
- Big Viking Games
- Pet Paradise Game
- Run Totti Run Artwork
Software
Blender
Procreate
Substance painter
Unity
Interests
Playing guitar
Timeline
Senior Advanced Artist
Light & Wonder
07.2024 - Current
Co-Founder | Art Director
Lokas Interactive (VR Gaming)
03.2023 - Current
Senior Concept Artist / Visual Development
Zebu Animation
07.2022 - 04.2023
Principal Concept Artist
Big Viking Games
09.2021 - 05.2022
Senior 2D/3D Game Artist
Games24x7
05.2019 - 09.2020
Lead Artist
Self-Employed/Freelancer
04.2018 - 05.2019
Senior 2D/3D Game Artist
Hike.in
03.2013 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) - Illustration and Traditional Painting
Abhinav Kala Mahavidyalaya
01.2004 - 1 2009