"Stephen is an absolutely phenomenal artist and character designer."
Stephen is an absolutely phenomenal artist and character designer.
I've had the pleasure of working with him for many years and he has always set the bar on excellence in creating characters that feel alive, honestly a master of his craft.
Over the years he's shown adaptability and growth, both personally and professionally. Always looking to how he can better serve the needs of the team and production. He's a team player and brings positivity to any group dynamic.
I believe he would be an asset to any task or team.
Lynton Levengood
Production Designer and Art Director
Sunrise Animation Studios
"Stephen is a well seasoned senior character designer; excellent artist and draftsman"
Stephen is a well seasoned senior character designer; excellent artist and draftsman; with an extensive knowledge in design, human and animal anatomy.
His key features are his loose, but controlled, brush strokes, that keep the designs fresh while three-dimensional, and remind us of legends like Glenn Keane.
He has designed many complex characters, successfully meeting the criteria and expectations of the directors. He puts great care into his work, achieving a level of quality that always inspires the team.
Additionally, I have relied on his expertise numerous times throughout the production to help with feedback to Modelers and Animators to bring up the appeal of the characters.
He has been a huge asset to the team, always keeping a possitive attitude and willing to jump on any tasks that were required.
Daniel Rodriguez
Lead Character Designer
Sunrise Animation Studios
"Stephen worked closely with the animation team providing guidance on style and appeal."
Stephen worked closely with the animation team providing guidance on style and appeal.
He also held live drawing demonstrations which where hugely valuable for the team.
Stephen is deeply focused on his craft and passionate about sharing it to help get the project to the best place it can be.
Greg Murray
Animation Lead
Sunrise Animation Studios
"He has a great eye for appeal, detail, and shape language."
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Stephen across multiple projects, and he is fantastic to collaborate with.
He has a great eye for appeal, detail, and shape language, and his creative design work consistently hits the mark. Beyond his strong visual sensibility, Stephen is a great communicator who gives constructive, precise notes to modelers, making the bridge from design to production seamless.
I always enjoy working with him and know he'll bring tremendous value to any creative team.