Alana Conlon
Mixed Realities Artist

Specialising in visual storytelling that permeates the Virtual & Physical World.

I am proficient in multiple 3D software such as Clo3d, Autodesk Maya, Substance Painter, Daz3D and Blender.

Work Experience

Freelance Art Direction & Design.

September 2022 - Present

Drawing & Illustration Teaching Fellow - Part Time

Edinburgh College of Art

September 2023 - Present

3D Design Tutor - Part Time
University for the Creative Arts, UK.

September 2022 - February 2023

After graduating from the MA Digital Fashion course in UCA I was invited back to tutor part time. I have been responsible for the planning and delivery of weekly workshops in 3D Design Software, focusing on the Clo3d - Substance - Maya pipeline. I also provide one to one technical and design support for student’s individual projects.

Creative Consultant / Art Direction
Farfetch - Future Retail Lab

2022

I was asked to join a project within Farfetch’s Future Retail Lab on a freelance basis. While working on this project I developed concepts for integrating 3D digital methods into the luxury fashion market. One of the multiple projects I worked on includes Farfetch City. Due to NDA’s other projects are not permitted for viewing.

Designer & Technologist
Diesel

2017-2019

During my time in Diesel I was responsible for designing and producing T-shirts, Knitwear and Accessories. I conducted trend analysis for my product range and oversaw the development of all products from design stage to final production. I created detailed tech packs, liaised with factories and managed quality and fit testing of designs until they were fit for retail.

Freelance Fashion Stylist
Roxanne Parker

2017

After I completed my BA in Fashion Design I worked as a freelance stylist with Roxanne Parker. I was given briefs from clients and developed moodboards and selected outfits based on their needs. I styled looks for clients such as Harper’s Bazaar, Tatler, Pandora and L’Oreal Hair Shows.

Education

Masters of Arts Digital Fashion

UK Excellence Scholarship Award

University of the Creative Arts, UK
Graduated with Distinction in 2022

Honours Bachelors Fashion Design

TUS Limerick School of Art and Design, Ireland
Graduated with Distinction in 2017

For further enquires please contact alana.conlon@outlook.com