2D and 3D Animation
Am I Real is an immersive installation exploring the liminal stages of life, the unsettling “in-between” moments when one chapter ends and the next has not yet begun. The work unfolded across three rooms: Threshold with fragmented projections and haunting soundscapes, Unraveling with chaotic visuals and disorienting audio, and Letting-go, a serene space offering clarity … Read more
Painting Greys is a 3D animated music video created as part of my bachelor’s degree. The project is developed by a team of four, with my responsibilities spanning art direction, concept art, storyboarding, texturing, sculpting, and cloth simulation. The texturing approach combines painterly qualities with realistic detail to create a unique visual style. To achieve … Read more
This project was an exploration of VEX in Houdini. I created a series of gemstone variations and scattered them onto the surface of a lemon using painted masks, giving the impression of organic mold growth. A black-and-white growth mask was animated to spread across the surface, enhanced with noise for irregularity. The gems scaled up … Read more
For this project, I set out to explore RBD simulations in greater depth, with a particular focus on volumetric effects. I created an exploding vase sequence inspired by the concept of fragile objects shattering under force. The simulation and rendering were done entirely in Houdini, with Karma XPU used for the final output. Tools: Houdini, … Read more
This experimental Houdini project was created for a class focused on curiosity-driven exploration. I decided to work with FLIP fluids to create a material that gradually dried and solidified over time. The piece was rendered in Karma XPU and gave me the opportunity to explore both fluid dynamics material behavior and shading in a more … Read more
Hi there! My name is Lena and I'm a 23-year-old digital artist from Vienna with Austrian-Peruvian heritage. I'm currently studying Computer Animation at the University of Applied Sciences Salzburg, where I'm learning all about 3D Animation.
I love creating animated movies and games because I appreciate the combination of technical and artistic elements. It's the perfect blend for me and I'm passionate about it! I am versatile, with a focus on texturing and concept art. However, I am excited to learn as much as possible!