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[TEL]: +1(646)331-0341

[IG]: @LikeTheMilkyWay

[IN]: linkedin.com/in/michaelassous

HYBRID CHARACTER ARTIST
LOOK DEVELOPMENT & GROOM
DIGITAL HUMANS & CREATURES

A Bit About Me

A film-trained 3D artist with a strong foundation in fine art, anatomy, life drawing, and traditional sculpture, I approach character work with a deep sensitivity to form, realism, and visual storytelling. My focus is on hyper-realistic digital humans, grooming, texturing, and look development, with particular attention to the subtle details of skin, hair, light, and composition that make a character feel believable and emotionally present on screen. I also explore AI-assisted workflows, including ComfyUI, as a tool for visual research, reference development, and supporting creative iteration within VFX production.

Award and Recognition 

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Best Of Terms

Gnomon - Character realism - 

Winter 2021

"The Hight Priestess"

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Grand Prize Winner

Gnomon - Character realism - 

Spring 2022

"A Tribute To Georgia"

Awards

Winner of The Rookies 2022

DNEG

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Best Of Terms

Gnomon - Lighting Rendering - Abstract 

Winter 2021

"Sinister's Hands"

Michael Assous    LIKETHEMILKYWAY

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