Ilya Shichkin, a talented 3D artist, hails from St. Petersburg, Russia. His roots trace back to a small village in Northern Russia, where he spent his formative years, cultivating his creativity and imagination, before graduating from high school.

Ilya Shichkin, originally from a village in Northern Russia and now a 3D artist based in St. Petersburg, has charted a remarkable journey in the world of computer graphics (CG). In 2011, he moved to Chelyabinsk for university, where he discovered his passion for CG, initially embracing it as a hobby for entertainment during his free time from studies. However, by 2015, as he approached the end of his university studies, this hobby began to transform into a professional endeavor. He started taking on freelance work, dedicating most of his time to CG, often prioritizing it over his academic pursuits.

Shichkin’s career took a significant turn in 2017 when he entered the game development industry. He began working on developing computer games, a path he continues to follow. His talent and hard work led to collaborations on projects for major companies like Activision, contributing to titles like « Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 » and « Modern Warfare », and Microsoft, working on « Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020 ». He has also contributed to projects for Rebellion, Arkane Studios, among others. Shichkin specializes in creating game-ready AAA modeling and texturing, covering a wide range of elements including weapons, vehicles, trees, and environments. In addition to his modeling work, he is also skilled in animation and special effects, utilizing a variety of software like Blender, Maya, Allegorithmic texturing programs, ZBrush, and Marvelous Designer.

In his free time, Shichkin continues to freelance, dedicating himself to further developing his CG skills and assisting other artists in their projects. His passion for electronic music, particularly genres like Daft Punk, light drum and bass, and Japanese electronic pop music, fuels his creativity and sets the mood for his artistic endeavors. His journey from a hobbyist to a professional in the competitive field of game development highlights his dedication and evolving expertise in the realm of 3D art and design.