My name is Ari Targownik. I am from New York City, but I am now living in Rohnert Park, California. I was originally trained in the traditional/fine arts. After finishing college I did oil paintings for myself while doing commissions as well.
             In the summer of 2005 I started building a portfolio of concept art. I soon discovered the importance of learning 3D computer graphics in order to work in the gaming industry.
             Contemplating whether to learn 3D or not, I began experimenting with Maya and was happy to find many similarities between 3D modeling and the traditional arts of drawing and sculpting.
             In early 2006 I completed classes at the Gnomon School of Visual Effects and I am currently working full-time as a Texture Artist for S2 Games.

Thank you for checking out my work.