Mr. Fiaz Shaikh: On His Art, Working Hard, and Putting Family and Health First
Our interview with Mr. Fiaz Shaikh may have been short, but his works over at ArtStation say a lot.
To say that his works are evident of his mastery of the software would be an understatement. Here is an artist who knows what he wants and gets right down to work. But what is noteworthy about Mr. Shaikh is that he advises against working too hard.
Sure, today’s generation tells us to keep pushing hard. From the fields of business to sports, we are told to exhaust ourselves and not compromise. But Mr. Shaikh is wise in that he puts family and health first rather than going for a crazy-almost-obsessed pursuit of one’s passion.
Let us get to know Mr. Fiaz Shaikh in this interview conducted by Xeno Creatives and learn a thing or two about when to hold on to passion and when to let go.
Xeno Creatives (XC): Given your experience in the industry, what do you think is your edge as a 3D artist?
Fiaz Shaikh (FS): As a 3D artist, it becomes very easy to visualize things and interpret if creativity allows it .Also, you will feel like a digital god as you are recreating everything in realistic way.
XC: Before concentrating on ZBrush as a primary tool of 3D creation, what were the other software that you used?
FS: I was learning Maya before I was first introduced to ZBrush 3 in my classes. Apart from Maya, I was using 3Ds Max.
XC: What made you turn to ZBrush? What about it appealed to you?
FS: So when I was introduced to ZBrush, I instantly got addicted to it because of its fluidity and ease of usability. In the long run, I got lots of jobs in my career because of ZBrush.
XC: What was your most exciting project to date?
FS: There are lot of existing shows I have worked so far. What I consider to be my favorite projects are The Jungle book and X-Men; I found working on these to be really exciting.
XC: So far, what were the challenges that you had encountered working in the 3D industry?
FS: I find the 3D industry to be very dynamic. It keeps on changing and updating at a very fast rate. One had to be continuously on his toes and updated with new tools.
XC: Among the many AWESOME concepts available out there, what stands out for you? Do you have favorites?
FS: I really get mesmerized by all the concepts that I see over the net. I spend hours and hours looking for references. Every day, I find new favorite pieces.
XC: What other concepts do you want to create through ZBrush?
FS: I would love create more realistic and creatures work through ZBrush.
XC: What advice can you give to aspiring artists?
FS: I would advise to work smart and not work hard. Understand which area you want to focus and more importantly, maintain a balance between your work and health and social/family life. These are all of equal importance.
Thank you very much for your time Mr. Shaikh. You truly inspire us!
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