Nicolle Watters
3D Generalist and Illustrator.
Nicolle is a 3D Artist and Animation graduate from Ulster University, based in Bangor Northern Ireland. She specializes in crafting high-quality assets for games and film, combining strong technical skills with a unique illustrative flair.Her expertise spans sculpting, modeling, UV mapping, and texturing, with a deep understanding of the full 3D production pipeline. Proficient in industry-standard tools such as Blender, Substance Painter, and Unreal Engine, Nicolle has contributed to a range of collaborative animation and game projects. She thrives in creative, team-driven environments and is passionate about bringing imaginative concepts to life through thoughtful design and storytelling.EDUCATION: Studied at Ulster University, SERC and St.Columbanus College.Achievements:
Dean's List (2022/2023 & 2023/2024)
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Hello, thank you for checking out my projects! Here's a list of what I've worked on.
Tea At Mr O'Malley's Short:
Creature Design Project:
I was tasked with creating an original creature, I designed a humanoid character inspired by harpies and fey folklore. The concept blends mythical elements with unique features to bring a fresh interpretation to these legendary beings.Concept:
3D Model:3D modeled in Blender; hand-painted textures in Substance Painter. Environment assets and posing done in Unreal Engine.
For our final year, we were tasked with creating a short film. Our project is a claymation-inspired animation featuring an elephant named Sheila who creates chaos in the home of a strict ex-military man, O'Malley, set in 1940s Belfast. This film showcases character animation, storytelling, and period-inspired design, blending humor and emotion to bring the story to life.Characters:Mr. O'Malley (Lead Character) – Concept, modeling, rigging, and texturing by Nicolle using Blender & Substance Painter.
PJ. Malley – Concept, modeling, rigging & texturing by Nicolle.
Elephant:
Ellen – 3D model & eye textures | Nicolle – Skin textures (Substance Painter)
Post-Man:
Ellen – Model, clothing & eye textures | Nicolle – Skin & hair textures
Set Dress:All assets 3D modeled in Blender and textured in Substance Painter by Nicolle.
Countertop 3D model by Andrea & Aaron (Blender); texture work by Nicolle (Substance Painter)
Illustrations for photo frame assets created by Nicolle using Procreate
Rendered Scene:
Animated section by Nicole.
Final Animation.
