Hi, I'm Jonathan Lavanant.

3D Artist &
Art Director

I create high-end 3D visuals that bring beauty, fashion, and luxury brands to life—combining art direction, detail, and innovation to craft unforgettable digital experiences.

3d Generalist Specialized in beauty, fashion, and luxury visuals.

5 Years of experience in high-end 3D design.

Blending artistry with technical precision.

Full-service production from concept to final render.

France-based 3D artist available worldwide. I use a multi-software pipeline to craft CGI for beauty, fashion, and luxury.

ABOUT ME

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Full CGI production for brands

From art direction and modeling to simulation, animation, and rendering, I create captivating, high-quality visuals.

Explore my crafted designs.

WORK

Behind-the-scenes of my projects.

INSIGHTS

Freelance Houdini Artist
Freelance Cinema4D Artist
Freelance Redshift Artist
Freelance After Effects Artist
Freelance Photoshop Artist
Freelance Premiere Pro Artist
Freelance Substance Painter Artist for Texturing
Freelance Substance Sampler Artist for Texturing
Freelance Reality Capture Artist for 3D Scanning
Freelance HDR LIGHT STUDIO Artist for 3D Lightning

SOFTWARES

SOCIALS

SKILLS

ART DIRECTION

Shaping the visual story to align perfectly with the brand’s identity and aesthetic.

SIMULATION

Creating lifelike effects, from flowing liquids to soft fabrics, for dynamic visual impact.

ANIMATION

Designing smooth, captivating movements to breathe life into every scene.

COMPOSITING

Merging multiple elements seamlessly to craft polished, cohesive visuals.

3D MODELING

Building detailed, precise models that form the foundation of stunning visuals.

LIGHTNING

Mastering light placement to define mood, depth, and realism in each shot.

TEXTURING

Applying realistic textures to bring surfaces to life with detail and depth.

RENDERING

Producing high-resolution, polished visuals with optimal lighting and clarity.

My Process

Bringing ideas to life is a journey. From initial concept to final delivery, each stage is thoughtfully crafted to create visuals that truly reflect your brand. Using the best tools and techniques, I ensure every detail is handled with care and precision.

Art Direction & Asset Preparation

Resume

Concept Ideas & Product modeling/texturing

The process begins with asset preparation. I recreate the product in 3D using Cinema4D and add realistic textures in Substance Painter. With the foundation set, I dive into research and gather visual inspiration to guide the creative direction.

3D model of a shoe product created in Cinema4D, showcasing detailed product design and asset preparation.

Animation & Simulation

Forme Abstraite

Bringing Movement to Life

Once the assets are ready, I shift focus to creating dynamic, lifelike animations. Using Houdini and specialized simulation techniques, I add movement and interactions, whether it’s fluid dynamics, fabric behavior, or other effects.

Fluid simulation for a cosmetic product in Houdini, demonstrating realistic liquid dynamics and animation techniques.

Look Development & Rendering

Forme Abstraite (1)

Enhancing Detail and Realism

In this phase, I refine lighting, colors, and textures in Redshift to elevate realism. By adjusting highlights, shadows, and reflections, I ensure each element aligns with the brand’s aesthetic.

Look development preview of a cosmetic product in Houdini, featuring advanced lighting and detailed materials.

Post-Production & Delivery

Forme

Perfecting the Final Vision

In the final stage, I bring all elements together through compositing. Using tools like After Effects, I apply color grading, fine-tune details, and add any necessary post-processing effects. This step is crucial for achieving a polished & cohesive result

Compositing preview of a cosmetic product in Adobe After Effects, showing color grading and final visual enhancements.

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