Preparing a portfolio without mastering Lookdev techniques can be exhausting

Most artists face a significant challenge upon completing their studies: creating their portfolio. They spend countless hours organizing and selecting their work, searching for the best way to present it, but often end up feeling overwhelmed.

The issue isn’t just the amount of time invested, but also the lack of tools to make their renders align with their expectations or references.

In academies and master's programs, the focus is usually on technical development, but students are rarely taught how to present their projects attractively.

The portfolio, which should help your job propects, instead becomes your greatest obstacle. Without proper training in this crucial aspect, artists often feel lost and disoriented, which directly impacts their job opportunities and professional development.

I'm David Blaya

When I started working in 3D, I felt deeply frustrated. My dream was to model impressive creatures, but I struggled to make them look the way I wanted. I couldn’t get my renders to reflect the quality and detail I envisioned.

Like you, I spent hours watching tutorials and countless days working on my portfolio, unsure of how to stand out and catch the attention of a studio.

That’s when I decided to dive deeper into the workings of materials, and everything changed. Applying Shading, Texturing, and Lookdev techniques completely transformed the game. Having total control over the materials allowed me to create renders that faithfully captured the desired essence.

This realization not only improved my technical skills but also redefined my professional career. Nature and creatures are still my main source of inspiration, but I am in my Element when developing their material makeup. That’s where the magic happens.

And years ago, I went through the same thing.

This revelation, along with my passion for sharing what I’ve learned, inspired me to create

A specialized program designed for artists looking to enhance their portfolios by applying the Lookdev techniques that aren’t taught in schools.

Your talent deserves to shine in the best way possible.

If you have already created a 3D character and want to improve its presentation, you’re ready to be part of

Improve Your Render

We'll have 3h sessions on Saturdays.
Here is our schedule

Maya Hypershade

Lighting & Optimization

360 Rendering

Project Presentation

Project Preparation

• Questionnaire to understand your individual goals

• Welcome session

• Checklist with preliminary preparations

• UV review

• Displacement map extraction

PBR Texturing

• Introduction to Texturing and Lookdev

• Color spaces and introduction to ACES

• PBR workflow in Substance Painter

• Maps fundamentals

• Textures export

• Creating a scene for Lookdev

• Arnold shaders

• Maya Hypershade

• Arnold nodes

• Mask editing

• Hypershade 2.0

• HDRI Lighting

• Macbeth Chart y ref spheres

• Shading iteration

• AOV analysis

• Render Settings optimization

• Turntable rendering

• Personal project presentation

• Final feedback

• Q&A

• Closing session

This is what you'll learn in Improve Your Render

Advanced texturing techniques

Learn how to create high-quality PBR textures with Substance Painter. Add depth and realism to your models.

Mastering Maya's Hypershade

Creating complex materials

Unlock the full potential of your textures with Maya’s Hypershade. This powerful tool allows you to create complex materials with great precision.

Optimize your Lookdev scene setup to achieve a balance between visual detail and render time. Highlight the details and bring your models to life.

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Before After

Before After

Enhance the visual quality of your projects
and make your portfolio stand out

To secure your spot, we ask for a deposit of €175, non-refundable. A few weeks before the start date, we will contact you to arrange the remaining payment, deducting the deposit you have made.

Secure payment through Stripe with 100% privacy.

925 €

Program Value

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

Do you have any questions?
Visit our Frequently Asked Questions page

Improve Your Render in just 7 weeks

An 7-week accelerator program to take your renders to the next level.



Live group sessions of 3 hours per week via Zoom.



100% practical exercises to work directly on your portfolio.

Mentorship with an industry professional to address your questions.

Ongoing support with the project of your choice.



Exclusive community of artists with the same aspirations as you.

Focus on your portfolio, present your models like a pro and live from your passion

You've finished your 3D model, but you know it has more potential.

Now you have two paths to choose from...

You can keep watching tutorials on YouTube, getting lost in forums, and spending hours adjusting shader parameters, wondering why your renders still don’t look the way you want.

Surely, you can find the solution online, right? How much more time are you going to invest in finishing your portfolio so that recruiters notice you?

Or you can rely on the support of an expert who will guide you step by step to give your portfolio a real boost. In less than six weeks, you’ll learn everything you need to create a professional presentation that will not only attract the attention of recruiters and clients but also highlight your results and do justice to your work.

The decision is in your hands. What will you choose?

This is everything included in the Improve Your Render program

• Instant access to the private Discord community.

• 7-week experience focus on your project to improve its presentation.

• Mastery of Maya's Hypershade to create complex materials.

• Clear step-by-step guidance to apply professional Lookdev techniques.

• Personalized experience.

• Live group sessions of 3 hours via Zoom.

• Recording of the sessions with unlimited access.

• Direct feedback on your reel.

• Weekly Q&A session.

• 100% practical exercises to take action each week.

• Certificate upon completion of the program.

• BONUS: Checklists and templates to finalize your project.

• BONUS: Ready-to-use Lookdev scene.

To secure your spot, we ask for a deposit of €175, non-refundable. A few weeks before the start date, we will contact you to arrange the remaining payment, deducting the deposit you have made.

Secure payment through Stripe with 100% privacy.

925 €

Program Value

RESERVE YOUR SPOT

Still not sure?

Book a free 15-minute call with me, and I’ll personally make sure to answer all your questions. Together, we will assess if I am the right person to help you achieve your goals.

7-day guarantee

My mission is to help you become an expert in Lookdev so that your portfolio truly stands out, without wasting any more time than necessary on its preparation. I have designed this program with dedication and passion, bringing together everything I know to support you on your journey to success.

However, the commitment must be mutual. If one week after your purchase you feel that this program is not for you, for any reason, we will refund your money. The time to invest in yourself is now, with complete confidence and no risks!