Hi! I’m Zhiqi Liu, a 3D Animation and Visual Effects student at the School of Visual Arts.

I’ve always loved animation films since I was little, and my passion for storytelling and art led me to pursue 3D animation. I also enjoy playing games like Detroit: Become Human, Hollow Knight, Stardew Valley, and League of Legends.

Through my studies, I’ve learned to use software like Maya, Adobe Substance Painter, and Nuke, along with many others. One of my favorite projects was a group environment modeling assignment guided by our professor, Christina Faraj. It was an amazing experience working with my classmates—collaborating, problem-solving, and giving each other critiques to improve our work. I really enjoyed the teamwork and communication that made our project come together.

Aside from schoolwork, I also work on personal projects. Each one pushes me beyond my current knowledge, helping me develop strong problem-solving skills and a great work ethic. I love learning new things with every project I take on!