Design, 3D Modeling and Visualization for new consumer products, packaging and displays.
Design Concepts
I work with you to identify the target user and explore visual concepts of potential solutions of your new product, package or display. Once a direction is chosen, digital 3D CAD models and high resolution renderings are created to allow feedback from clients, users, and other stakeholders.
3D Modeling and Visualization
Through the use of digital 3D modeling, textures, logos and photo-realistic lighting, I create high-resolution images from design concepts, converting any conceptual design into a fully realized product to captivate your audience with its realistic appearance from any angle.
Companies need product visualization to help move their design ideas from concept to reality, providing a unique opportunity to visually engage with a product before it has been created. It gives them the ability to present their design concepts to investors, can analyze the performance of a product without significant outlay of cash for product creation, can adequately identify what resources will be needed to create the product, and accurately communicate the functionality of the product for sales and marketing.
PROCESS
PRODUCT DESIGN
Every project starts with a design idea, usually communicated through a rough sketch or a detailed drawing provided by the client.
DIGITAL 3D MODELING
Specialized software is used to create a 3D computer model. This provides the ability conceptualize a product before going to production.
PACKAGE DESIGN
These final images can be used to mock up packaging concepts using the same modeling and rendering process.
PRINT & COLLATERAL
Create sell sheets, ads, brochures or any other print collateral that may be needed to help sell your concept.
HIGH RESOLUTION RENDERING
Textures and lighting are added to the 3D wire frame model which is then rendered as high resolution 2D images shot from multiple angles.
TRADE SHOW GRAPHICS
Use the resulting images to create large format trade show graphics for your upcoming booth.
CLIENTS
5.11
Advoque/Mosaic
American Dental Corporation
Carl Karcher Enterprises
Coca Cola
Disney
Go Pro
Govino
Greenhills Software
Integrity Security Services
Keri Systems
Lego
Lucas Arts
Mars M&Ms
Marvel
Mizuno
Proctor and Gamble
Purple Platypus
Real D
Shimano American
Sony Pictures
The CDM Company
Titleist
TOL Products
Toshiba
SERVICES
Product Design
3D Modeling
Photo-Realistic Renderings
Merchandising Design
Marketing and Sales Materials
Graphic Design
SOFTWARE
Rhinocerous
Autodesk T-Splines
Luxion Keyshot
Adobe Photoshop
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Premier
ABOUT
Russell S. Mims Owner | Designer | 3D Modeler
Figurehead Design was created in 2000 offering product design, 3D modeling, high resolution rendering, packaging and graphic design. I currently reside in central California near Yosemite National Park, working remotely with small and large companies throughout the United States.
Previous Work Experience
RECOMMENDATIONS
Steve Hermosillo Chief Creative Officer at Advoque/Mosaic
"Russell is a full stack creative professional that brings a unique and greatly valued vision to projects we've worked on together. His attention to detail and ability to collaborate on solutions for our clients have elevated our pitches for retail packaging, displays, and environments. I've yet to feel like the ask is too high, or the challenges at hand too great."
Ken Geizler President at Keri Systems
"We've worked with Russ on a number of projects and found him not only to be a great product designer but a welcome and able collaborator as well. In addition to our first released product which drew rave reviews from our customers at our last trade show, we will be using him on all of our future product concepts. He's not only the best designer that we've used but is also the easiest to work with."
Jocelyn Zecua Brand Supervisor at Brandtailers
"Its rare to find someone with such a high caliber of talent as Russ. I had the pleasure of meeting him when we subcontracted him for a few design projects at The CDM Company. Our assignments are usually crash and burn which makes it challenging for any designer but I'm constantly impressed at his ability to deliver innovative creative designs within days. In addition, he is extremely reliable and always responsive. I highly recommend him to anyone who needs creative services. You will not be disappointed."