Christian Castaneda

is an Award-Winning digital artist who's worked in the film industry on some of the most well-known and recognizable brands and franchises in the world. He spent nearly 8 years working as a digital compositor for Lucasfilm, responsible for the final creative look of many iconic images in movies, commercials, and theme park attractions.

He then used his knowledge of compositing and unique creative skills to help Lucasfilm pioneer their latest Virtual Production solution, Stagecraft, a giant live-action LED stage and real-time rendering software package, in which digital environments were displayed on LED panels surrounding the sets and actors, and were manipulated in real-time with the touch of an iPad for lighting, look development, and in-camera finals while shooting on set.

In his free time, Christian is an avid explorer of the latest advances in procedural and generative digital art. He is particularly interested in using AI-driven techniques like Dall-E, Stable Diffusion, and Midjourney to generate stunning, one-of-a-kind images. His expertise in software programs like Nuke, After Effects, Cinema 4D, Houdini, and Photoshop, allows him to fully leverage the capabilities of these technologies and create truly unique works of art. Christian's passion for pushing the boundaries of digital art and his dedication to learning and growing as an artist makes him a leading figure in the field. His stunning creations inspire others to think creatively and challenge traditional notions of what is possible with digital media.

In addition to his personal projects, Christian enjoys sharing his knowledge and expertise with others through workshops, classes, or one-on-one mentorship. He is committed to helping the next generation of digital artists develop their skills and reach their full potential.