All artwork in the “My Art Direction” section of my website was art directed or created by Emmanuel Valdez in collaboration with some of the finest artists in the industry. This section of the website will provide insights into my art direction style and philosophies. The process of developing a vision for the visuals of a videogame involves a ton of exploration, experimentation, and close collaboration with the game design and engineering departments. Goals are established that align all departments, executives, directors, and publisher expectations but ultimately the main goal is to deliver visuals that will immerse, inspire, and entertain our players.
One of my favorite vehicle designs is Professor Fusion's street car, influenced by the Jay Leno Tank car known as the "Blastolene Special." It features Tesla coils, a nod to Dr. Frankenstein, as Professor Fusion is a mad scientist character in the game.
Concept Designs by Emmanuel Valdez