Gary Ritchie, Designer & Digital Artist

2009 Update

2008 was a good year that included some exciting visual effects projects, the birth of my daughter, and my return to freelancing. I hope to catch up with you soon as we start a New Year.

CalU, Adamson Stadium

Take a Peek

Here’s a brief look at what’s currently cooking at the Ritchie studio:

Visual Effects

Extended aerial flyover for Cal U’s Adamson Stadium, striking a balance between realism and a cost-effective execution.

BNC viz work-in-progress

Visualization

Stills and animation created to aid in the design and construction of this large exposition space for an East Coast retailer.

Remember Me - DVD slideshow menu

DVD Authoring

DVD authoring for an independent filmmaker in Los Angeles that included the assembly of menus and slideshows for NTSC and PAL.

Web Site Design

Redesign and production for a Boston client, one of the world’s first interactive agencies.

Services Overview

  • Technical Illustration and Animation in 3d – Can be delivered as real-time virtual environments or pre-rendered in a variety of styles.
  • Web Site Design – With over 12 years of experience.
  • New for 2009: Open Source Solutions – Consulting for small business and non-profit organizations. Focussing on non-proprietary, free software solutions for your office or creative studio.
    • Upgrade Path – Evaluate your current computer use and provide a transition plan that best fits your needs
    • Personalized training
    • Support
    • Practical advice and hands-on approach
    • Office and Creative Suite alternatives available

Specialties

  • 3d visualization including technical illustration and animation – my fastest growing segment of work
  • Web site design and production – effective, affordable and maintainable web sites
  • Panoramic photography – stunning, visual documentation
  • Logos and branding – for products, services and businesses

Referral Incentive

New for 2009: If someone you refer signs on, you’ll receive 10% off your next project!

Looking Ahead

It’s already shaping up to be an exciting year that will include building virtual worlds and historical recreations. I am adding experience that will pave the way for clients to have the option to examine their 3d project on their own computer, much the same way SecondLife and World of WarCraft can be explored. Demonstrations should be available in February.

Let’s Get in Touch

Call 412-980-4279 or email to schedule a free consultation, lunch, coffee…

Posted Jan 09, 2009 | Filed under: ,