Simon Cowell
BIOGRAPHY
Senior Concept Artist, Illustrator
Based between Sydney and Berlin, worldwide clients
scowellart@gmail.com instagram artstation
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Simon Cowell is a Sydney-born and Berlin-based concept artist with a strong foundation in classical fine arts and extensive experience in the entertainment industry. His journey into the world of art began at a young age, driven by an enduring passion for creativity and visual storytelling. Exploring various artistic disciplines, from sculpture and drawing to digital animation and graphic design, Simon ultimately gravitated towards drawing and painting, captivated by the ability to craft immersive worlds with simple tools.
In 2007, Simon commenced his formal training at the Julian Ashton Art School, a renowned classical fine arts atelier. There, he honed his skills through rigorous study of the human figure and developed a profound appreciation for capturing the essence of the world and its inhabitants.
Since beginning his professional career with Fuel VFX in 2009, Simon has contributed concept art to a diverse array of projects, including television commercials and blockbuster films. His portfolio includes work on major productions such as Iron Man 3, Avengers: Age of Ultron, Peter Rabbit, and Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, collaborating with leading studios like Fuel VFX and Animal Logic. His artistic achievements have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the A.M.E. Bale Travelling Scholarship, which enabled him to refine his craft through extensive travel across Europe and the United States.
Simon offers a comprehensive range of concept art services, from initial ideation and visual development to detailed design and illustration, tailored to meet the needs of film, television, gaming and commercial projects.
For inquiries and collaboration opportunities, please reach out via mail.
Accolades
AWARDS AND EXHIBITIONS
Fine Art
Awards and Exhibitions from
2011-2018
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Awards
2014 - AME Bale Travelling Scholarship
2011 - AME Bale Prize for Works in Oil and Acrylic
2008 - Diploma of Fine Art. The Julian Ashton Art School
2008 - Le Gay Brereton Memorial Prize, AGNSW
2007 - Joshua Smith Drawing Prize, The Julian Ashton Art School
2007 - Sir William Dobell Scholarship, The Julian Ashton Art School
Exhibitions
2018 - ‘Noir’ group exhibition, Gallery 371
2016 - Inaugural Exhibition and Grand Opening, Tortoiseshell Gallery
2015 - 'May' group exhibition, Chelsea Lane Gallery
2014 - AME Bale Travelling Scholarship exhibition
2014 - Journey's West group exhibition, Orange Regional Gallery
2014 - Rick Amor Drawing Prize exhibition
2012 - AME Bale Travelling Scholarship exhibition
2012 - Gainsborough Greens Art Award exhibition
2012 - 6th International Arte Laguna Art Prize exhibition, Venice
2011 - AME Bale Travelling Scholarship exhibition
Skills
EXPERTISE
Concept Art and Illustration
Art Direction Experience
Programs Photoshop and Blender
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Environment Design, Keyframe Concepts, Character Design, Creature Design, Hard Surface Design, VFX Design, Style Frames
Clients and Projects
RIOT New Holland Creative Alt VFX Marvel Studios Wargaming Woodblock/Polynoid. Animal Logic Cartel Artists Blackbird.la Cutting Edge Fin Design Fuel VFX