About
Allen Ma is a third year design student at UC Davis who is constantly exploring new tools and technologies to bring his ideas to life. His work comes in many forms, including renders, 3D animations, and educational impact. Allen aims to understand the background of his materials, production techniques, and societal implications to create work that is intentional and culturally situated.
He is a founder of the 3D Enthusiasts Club, an organization that creates an inclusive and engaging 3D graphics community for all levels of experience, for which the club was recognized by the university through the UC Davis EXperiential Learning Award.
Education
September 2022 - June 2026
University of California Davis
B.A. Design
Experience
April 2024 - June 2024
3D Art Instructor - DES 99/198, University Of California, Davis
An introductory Blender course teaching skills such as 3D modeling, sculpting, retopology, character modeling, rigging, animation, procedural shading, image texturing, lighting, and rendering.
November 2023 - March 2024
3D Art Instructor - Da Vinci Charter High School (Career Technical Education Program)
A program offered by the high school located in Davis with the purpose of preparing students for careers.
November 2023 - Present
Cofounder, Financial Officer, & 3D Art Instructor - 3D Enthusiasts of Davis
UC Davis student organization teaching 3D modeling and related skills, creating a community for those interested in learning such topics.
December 2022 - January 2023
Freelance 3D Artist - Tidyrite
Company selling bamboo products for storing kitchen essentials such as aluminum foil and ziplock bags.
October 2022 - Present
3D Artist - Studio Digs
Studio Digs is a student-run video game studio founded by former UC Davis students with a passion for game design.
Awards
EXperiential Learning (EXL) Award (2024) - Center For Student Involvement, UC Davis
May 2024
Davis, California, USA
3D Enthusiasts of Davis has been recognized of their impact on learning and exploration of interests, promoting and providing opportunities for students to develop skills for future success.