Leonid Kurov
Melbourne
Summary
With 20 years of experience, I advanced from 3D Artist to Art Director in Architectural Films, mastering industry tools and driving visualization quality. I also founded an Instagram community to share expertise and promote excellence in the field.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Art Director
Binyan Studios 3D Visualisation Pty Ltd
01.2025 - Current
- Define and maintain the visual style and quality standards of projects.
- Review and approve artists’ work (models, lighting, renders, post-production).
- Guide the creative process from concept to final delivery. - Translate client/architect requirements into clear visual direction.
- Lead and mentor the 3D team, providing feedback and motivation.
- Coordinate with project managers and clients to ensure deadlines and vision are met.
Senior Animation 3D Artist
Binyan Studios 3D Visualisation Pty Ltd
11.2022 - 01.2025
- Lead the development of high-end architectural animations, walkthroughs, and cinematic presentations.
- Supervise and mentor junior 3D artists, ensuring quality and consistency in visual output.
- Oversee scene composition, camera movements, lighting, and rendering for animation projects.
- Manage workflows, project timelines, and rendering pipelines to meet deadlines.
- Collaborate with architects, designers, and clients to refine creative direction.
- Ensure accuracy in architectural details while maintaining artistic storytelling.
3D artist
Freelance
06.2019 - 10.2022
- Communicate with clients to understand project scope, design intent, and visual style.
- Translate architectural drawings, sketches, or concepts into accurate 3D models.
- Create high-quality renderings, animations, or VR experiences for presentations and marketing.
- Select and apply realistic materials, textures, lighting, and post-production effects.
- Revise and adjust visuals based on client feedback within agreed timelines.
- Manage own project pipeline, deadlines, and file organization.
- Handle contracts, pricing, and client relations as part of independent work.
Senior 3D Artist
Binyan Studios 3D Visualisation Pty Ltd
03.2017 - 01.2019
- Create realistic 3D visualizations of architectural designs (interiors, exteriors, landscapes).
- Develop detailed 3D models from CAD drawings, sketches, or BIM data.
- Apply materials, textures, lighting, and rendering for photorealistic output.
- Collaborate with architects, designers, and clients to refine visuals.
- Produce still images, animations, or VR walkthroughs for presentations.
- Manage project files, assets, and rendering workflows efficiently.
3D Artist
Binyan Studios 3D Visualisation Pty Ltd
01.2016 - 03.2017
- Create realistic 3D visualizations of architectural designs (interiors, exteriors, landscapes).
- Develop detailed 3D models from CAD drawings, sketches, or BIM data.
- Apply materials, textures, lighting, and rendering for photorealistic output.
- Produce still images.
3D Artist
Kelnik Interactive Agency
08.2008 - 01.2016
- Read and interpret architectural drawings, sketches, and concepts.
- Model buildings, interiors, landscapes, and details accurately. - Create and apply realistic textures and materials.
- Set up lighting scenarios (day/night, mood, etc.).
- Render high-quality images, animations, or VR content.
- Do post-production to refine visuals and add entourage.
- Collaborate with architects/designers to visualize concepts and support planning.
3D artist
Freelance
02.2003 - 07.2008
- Communicate with clients to understand project scope, design intent, and visual style.
- Translate architectural drawings, sketches, or concepts into accurate 3D models.
- Create high-quality renderings, animations, or VR experiences for presentations and marketing.
- Select and apply realistic materials, textures, lighting, and post-production effects.
- Revise and adjust visuals based on client feedback within agreed timelines.
- Manage own project pipeline, deadlines, and file organization.
- Handle contracts, pricing, and client relations as part of independent work.
Education
Degree of bachelor - Engineer of telecommunications
The Bonch-Bruevich Saint - Petersburg State University of Telecommunications
01.2008
Skills
- 3D modeling, Texturing & materials, Lighting and Photorealistic rendering
- Animation & camera work
- Post-production
- Client communication
- Project management
- Creative direction
- Team leadership
Websites
Languages
English
Full Professional
Honors-Awards
- Visualisation Pro of the Week - CGArchitect
- Artist of the Year 2025 - Binyan
Timeline
Art Director
Binyan Studios 3D Visualisation Pty Ltd
01.2025 - Current
Senior Animation 3D Artist
Binyan Studios 3D Visualisation Pty Ltd
11.2022 - 01.2025
3D artist
Freelance
06.2019 - 10.2022
Senior 3D Artist
Binyan Studios 3D Visualisation Pty Ltd
03.2017 - 01.2019
3D Artist
Binyan Studios 3D Visualisation Pty Ltd
01.2016 - 03.2017
3D Artist
Kelnik Interactive Agency
08.2008 - 01.2016
3D artist
Freelance
02.2003 - 07.2008
Degree of bachelor - Engineer of telecommunications
The Bonch-Bruevich Saint - Petersburg State University of Telecommunications