Unless otherwise noted, artwork, designs,& art direction by Luann K. Houser

© 2005 Luann K. Houser

P O R T F O L I O

L u a n n K . H o u s e r

W E L C O M E

Thanks for reviewing my portfolio. The following will introduce you to mywork, and demonstrate my diverse skills in a variety of computer andtraditional mediums. My software experience includes Photoshop, Maya,Illustrator, Freehand, Dreamweaver, Quark, and Flash. As an insight intomy solid foundation in traditional fine art, I have included a sample of myoil portrait work, and several of my drawings and paintings from life.

If you would like to see more samples in a specific area, please call sothat we can arrange a viewing in person.

I appreciate the opportunity to showcase my skills, and if I may answerany questions about my work, or you would like to schedule a personalinterview, please contact me:

Luann Houser419.631.1874luann@luannhouser.comwww.luannhouser.com

P.O. Box 1829Wooster, OH 44691

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3D Model of 1950�s stage. 3D renderings werecompleted of each stage, for client approval,before manufacturing began

Panoramic view of the East wall-1940�s through 1960�s, with revolving center stage

1930�s stage with hand-painted backdrop. 3D Model at left, final stage in place (above)

3D Model, exploded view of portable stage

Final 50�s stage

Final portable stage

Each stage set has an informative kioskwith the history of the motorcycles thatwere presented on the stage

HARLEY-DAVIDSON MUSEUM PROJECTMuseum Interior Design and FabricationDesign, fabrication and installation of Benjy�s Harley-Davidson Museum Collection. Planning, design, andexecution of the interior space of a condemnedwarehouse. Fiber optic lighting was designed into aninnovative metal and wood stage. Floor plan wasbased on a time-line introduction of each era ofHarley Davidson history, with supportive graphics foreach motorcycle.

Client: Benjy�s Harley DavidsonSoftware: 3D: Maya

Textures: PhotoshopProduction: Capabilities of Active Metal Inc. and ProModel

Engineering were used for stage fabrication and installation

3DimensionalFloor Plan

Original Concept Marker

3D Model of Store InteriorModeled the interior of a new store, using a layout provided by thearchitects, and models of all shelving and counter elements.

Client: Barnies Coffees of the WorldSoftware: 3D: Maya

Textures: Photoshop

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Original floor plan of Barnies interior

Store Planning GuideThe Barnies Store Planning Guidewas developed so that new storefranchises could chose their storeinteriors from standard cabinets, andsee the store modeled in 3D beforeconstruction or remodeling began.

Client:Pro Model Engineering& Barnies Coffees of the WorldSoftware: 3D: Maya

Textures: PhotoshopProduction: Quark

trays slide on rails so thatticket units can be servicedfrom the back (paper rollneeds to thread into theback of machine)

Glass inset toprotect monitor

3D Rendering of Proposed KioskFront of final Disney kiosk. Eachkiosk matches the Hotel Theme Sliding tray

Proposal for Rosen Center Hotel/Outdoor Kiosk inCourtyard Custom designed cabinets and counters

3D models rendered and placed in position on location, to show the fit of the new kiosk in the Hotel Environment

ROSEN CENTRE HOTEL KIOSK DESIGN

View of the back side of cabinets,showing sliding trays, drawersand other specifics for the designof the outdoor kiosk.

Hinged door for VIPkeys. Storageunderneath can beadapted to suit

Disney/Bags Kiosk Design

Pro Model Engineering designed& fabricated kiosks for eachDisney Themed Hotel.

Client:Pro Model Engineering& Walt Disney World, OrlandoSoftware: 3D: Maya

Textures: PhotoshopProduction: Quark

STORES, NEW PRODUCTS & FIXTURE DESIGNS

Laser Xpressions

Standard and custom-designedcases for mall store. Store wasmodeled to show placement of bothcustom designed and standard fiberoptic showcases.

Client:: Active Metal Inc.Software: 3D: Maya

Tampa Museum

The limited interior reception and gift area was designed usingexisting case designs retrofitted to the limited available space.Showcases were adapted for specific areas in the museum,and a new custom reception desk was designed, modeled,and fabricated.

Client: Active Metal Inc.Software: 3D: Maya

New Retail Fixture Designs

Custom retail fixtures, designedto maximize retail space, usingfiber optic lighting techniques.

Laser Xpressions Store Design

Tampa Museum Reception AreaFloor Design and Fixtures

Store Photo

STORE DESIGNLeica Store Design

Using standard and custom designed fiber optic display fixturespowder coated in Leica corporate colors, a European look wasdeveloped for the refurbishing of a Leica store

Client:: Active Metal Inc.Software: 3D: Maya

Glenway Chevy8 page brochureDesign, layout and production of an 8-page newsletter with an updatedlook for a local dealership, using existing, company supplied imagesand copy. Budget allowed for design and production time of only 26hours. Job was completed on time and within budget.Software: Photoshop: Retouching, color correction, outlines

and drop shadowsQuark: Production

Mining Automotive/Plating Paint/Coatings

Industrial/Municipal Waste

Ceramic Glaze/Slip

Food/Wine

Pulp/Paper Construction/UtilitiesSludge/Slurries

Chemical/Petrochemical

Cosmetics/Pharmaceutical

Marine

Industrial IconsIdentification Symbols

Development and execution of industrial icons, used in catalogs andlabels, to identify which industries are suited to which industrial pumps.Client: Warren RuppSoftware: Illustrator - Line art

Quark-Production

Logo Designand WebsiteLogo development forTwisted Arrow.com. TwistedArrow color and themedeveloped for website andliteratureSoftware:Illustrator - LogoProduction - Photoshop,Dreamweaver,WindowsMovie Maker, Quark-

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POINT OF PURCHASE DISPLAY DESIGN

POP Display Proposal Client: GE SmartwaterDisplay design, textures and presentation board by Luann Bond

Maya-3D Model by Ruth Andras

POP Display Proposal Client: MolsonDisplay design by Luann Bond, Ruth Andras & Ralph ClarkTextures and presentation board by Luann BondMaya-3D Model by Ruth Andras

POP Display ProposalClient: ClopayDisplay design byLuann Bond,Ruth Andras &Ralph ClarkTextures andpresentation boardby Luann BondArt Direction:Luann BondMaya-3D Modelby Ruth Andras

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Photo Illustration for brochure coverClient: Gorman RuppSoftware: PhotoshopProcedure: Photos of impeller were taken separately, bubbleswere photographed, enhanced, multiplied, and assembled withbackground water and foreground image. Swishes were addedfor movement effect

Photo Retouch with 3D ModelClient: Louisville Slugger

Software: Photoshop & MayaProcess: 4 photographic gloves

were stripped into photoshopfile of Maya 3D model

Photo Retouching:Software: PhotoshopRemove background to whitegradient, add floor shadow, colorcorrect product, enhance lightingeffect and clean-up case interior.

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Texture (Photoshop) developed for 3D model of batteredDillo body (shown at right)

T E X T U R E S

Backgrounds for 2 & 3D AnimationsBackgrounds produced in a variety of styles for 2 & 3D animated short films and video presentations

Software: Photoshop · Maya · Illustrator

FINE ART, LIFE DRAWING & PAINTINGS

Painting from life16 x 20Oil on Linen4 hours

Drawing from lifeConté on paper1/2 hr drawings from life

Drawing from lifeConté on paper1/2 hr drawings from life

The PatriarchOil 18 x 24

Lakota ChildBlack Prismacolor Pencil8 x 10

Luann K HouserP.O. Box 1829Wooster, OH419.631.1874

www.luannhouser.comluann@luannhouser.com Unless otherwise noted, artwork, designs,

& art direction by Luann K. Houser©2005 Luann K. Houser