Maria E. Mariano
As a passionate Lighting Artist with extensive experience in VFX and animated feature productions, I thrive on the magic of bringing stories to life through light and atmosphere. My work combines technical precision and creative vision, using industry-leading tools such as Unreal Engine, Katana, Maya, Houdini, Arnold, V-Ray, Mari, Octane Render, Solaris, and Karma to craft visually stunning environments and optimize lighting and rendering pipelines.My last adventure was working on DreamWorks' DOGMAN, which was nothing short of a dream come true. It was an incredible honor to contribute to such an inspiring project, where I played a pivotal role in developing workflows, creating lightrigs, and setting up lighting that brought the director’s vision to life. Collaborating with talented, cross-functional teams on DOGMAN felt like being part of something truly special a testament to the power of storytelling and artistry.I am deeply motivated to continue growing and tackling new challenges, channeling my expertise into projects that push creative boundaries and resonate with audiences. Lighting is not just a technical skill for me, it’s how I help shape emotions, set the stage, and contribute to unforgettable visual narratives.
