Authentic
High-Impact Art
— Led by Experience
About Merc
Art Director | Character Supervisor | Mentor
In an industry so sure of its paint-by-numbers playbook.
I remain unashamed of my relentless pursuit of timelessly appealing art.
"My work is recognizable because I do whatever it takes to make appealing, memorable characters."
"I ignore trends and do what other artists are too scared too do, and I do it with undeniable skill."
Industry Expertise
Worked on acclaimed projects like Spyro the Reignited Trilogy and collaborated with visionary directors such as Keita Takahashi.
Career Guidance
Receive personalized advice on your projects, portfolio, and career trajectory. Get actionable feedback on your art goals.
Teaching Experience
Taught master classes at the Academy of Art in San Francisco in anatomy and character modeling in addition to private Mentorships.
Work with Merc
Choose the option that best fits you — and let's get started!
Companies
Currently working with:Game studios looking for strong stylized art and timeless appealStudios that need a strong self-lead art team to fulfill design needs
Art Director
Bring me in at the early stages of development to create your Art Style Guide, define the iconic look of the game, and direct the stylistic coherence of assets. Or at the end for a complete overhaul.
Character Supervisor
To create hero characters and establish artistic and technical standards for the project/demo. I'll supervise the creation of characters, skins, environments, cosmetics all through production.
On Your Team
Hire Mercurial Forge to fill out your character art team with the best artists guided by Merc himself. Design, Modelers, Concept Artists, Tech Artists. I got the contacts and the resources to lead your next art team.
Book a Chat
I work with clients big and small from all over the world.
If you're interested in having me contribute to your next project lets talk!
Individuals
Career Mentorship
Thank you for your interest in my Mentorship.I've worked with numerous companies in my career and i'm fortunate enough to have learned from many of my own heroes.I'm passionate about teaching hopeful, driven artists how to turn their dreams into reality and navigate the countless pitfalls of being an artist in the modern world.Whether you're a student, aspiring professional looking for individual instruction, growth, guidance, portfolio reviews, or just life advice. If you think I may be the right person to help you, lets talk and I'll do everything I can to help you reach your goals.
Book a Chat
Lets talk about your future mentorship, project, or goals!
Looking for guidance and career advice?
After payment you'll be sent to my calendar where you can select a date and time!
Ask an Artist
€45
Perfect for and honest portfolio review, feedback on your resume or latest model, and advice on how to start or advance your career.
Ask an Artist
€85
Want to work for yourself and build your own brand, sell your art and make a living on commissions and merch? Lets talk!
Looking for direct 1 on 1 art mentorship and growth?
Single Session
€150
A serious feedback session on your current piece. Advice on improvement and a lesson on how to improve in your desired area.
• One Live Feedback Lesson
• One Recorded Feedback Video
• Discord Availability for 1 Month
Four Sessions
€550
Perfect for a single character mentorship for a portfolio ready piece from start to finish. Divide up your sessions as you see fit or based on my recommendation!
• Four Live Feedback Lesson
• Four Recorded Feedback Video
• Discord Availability for 4 Months