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Anastasiya Zh.
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Education:
National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE), Faculty of Communication, Media and Design, specializing in Game Design.
Work experience:
Anastasia was enthusiastic about computer games and storytelling from an early age. At the age of 12, she began creating tabletop games inspired by her favorite titles and jotted down her story ideas in notebooks. She later explored game development with RPG Maker, quickly gaining popularity and sharing her creative work on social media.
During her studies, she mastered 3D modeling, interface design, game engine programming and the basics of sound design. These skills gave her a comprehensive understanding of the game development process. Currently, Anastasia continues to refine her expertise, exploring art and seeking innovative project concepts. She firmly believes that every detail contributes to creating a holistic gaming experience.
Interests:
As an indie game developer, Anastasia experiments with different approaches to visual style, game mechanics and audio accompaniment. Some of her projects include hand-drawn graphics instead of digital art, as she considers games as a medium of artistic expression.
Her inspiration comes from an eclectic mix of sources: Books, movies, theater and art exhibitions. She is particularly fond of Japanese culture, poetry, photography and creating collages. Anastasia often goes for walks, carefully observing the beautiful details in her surroundings – observations that often provide her with the most creative ideas.
"Games are more than just entertainment or a means of making money. When we develop games, we transport into the virtual world the elements that touch us in real life: our observations, dreams, fears and feelings. The main task of a game developer is to give people the opportunity to expand their experiences, to live extraordinary stories that will be remembered long after they have finished playing. For this reason, students in our program are trained to pay close attention to every detail of a game – visual, auditory and technical. They learn to master challenging situations through creative problem solving and to "tell stories without words".
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Anastasiya Zh.
Teach courses:
Graphic Design Adobe Photoshop
Creating games with Scratch
Minecraft artificial intelligence
Unity 3D
3D game modeling in Blender
3D games on Scratch
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National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE), Faculty of Communication, Media and Design, specializing in Game Design.
Work experience:
Anastasia was enthusiastic about computer games and storytelling from an early age. At the age of 12, she began creating tabletop games inspired by her favorite titles and jotted down her story ideas in notebooks. She later explored game development with RPG Maker, quickly gaining popularity and sharing her creative work on social media.
During her studies, she mastered 3D modeling, interface design, game engine programming and the basics of sound design. These skills gave her a comprehensive understanding of the game development process. Currently, Anastasia continues to refine her expertise, exploring art and seeking innovative project concepts. She firmly believes that every detail contributes to creating a holistic gaming experience.
Interests:
As an indie game developer, Anastasia experiments with different approaches to visual style, game mechanics and audio accompaniment. Some of her projects include hand-drawn graphics instead of digital art, as she considers games as a medium of artistic expression.
Her inspiration comes from an eclectic mix of sources: Books, movies, theater and art exhibitions. She is particularly fond of Japanese culture, poetry, photography and creating collages. Anastasia often goes for walks, carefully observing the beautiful details in her surroundings – observations that often provide her with the most creative ideas.
"Games are more than just entertainment or a means of making money. When we develop games, we transport into the virtual world the elements that touch us in real life: our observations, dreams, fears and feelings. The main task of a game developer is to give people the opportunity to expand their experiences, to live extraordinary stories that will be remembered long after they have finished playing. For this reason, students in our program are trained to pay close attention to every detail of a game – visual, auditory and technical. They learn to master challenging situations through creative problem solving and to "tell stories without words".
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Creating animations and video effects in Adobe After Effects with Acer
work by Lesha Bogdanov , 14 years old
Lesha shows great aptitude for Adobe After Effects! He has already learned how to properly structure scenes and make all transitions dynamic and smooth. This is a remarkable achievement in such a short time. I recommend delving into more complex animation projects and exploring plugins to create even more creative effects.
Graphic Design Adobe Photoshop
work by Masha Mironova , 14 years old
Masha simply amazes with her artistic approach to work! Her Photoshop projects are true works of art. She excellently selects colors and fonts, and experiments with compositions. Recently, she completed a poster design for a school event, and her design received numerous accolades.
3D game modeling in Blender
work by Nika Safonova , 7 years old
At her young age, Nika has mastered the basics of 3D modeling in a short time and has already created several stunning projects. She shows incredible patience and attention to detail, which are key qualities for success in this challenging and fascinating field. Her eagerness to learn is impressive — Nika is always ready to try new tools and technologies, constantly improving her skills. Her works demonstrate not only technical precision but also a creative approach, making them unique and memorable.
Web design from scratch
work by Oleg Klishch , 16 years old
I've noticed that Oleg confidently applies various styles and structures in his projects. The works look professional and neat. I recommend continuing to experiment with responsive layout to ensure websites look great on all devices. I'm confident that with such talent, he can achieve great heights!
Adobe Illustrator basics
work by Taisiya Verbina , 11 years old
Taisiya is progressing very confidently in graphic design. She has mastered Illustrator and impresses with her works, especially emblems executed with professional mastery. One of her logos was used for a school project, which became a wonderful example of her talent.
Python game development in 2D and 3D on Godot
work by Maxim Morozov , 12 years old
Maxim is just beginning his journey in game development, but he has already created a simple game on the Godot platform that shows his creativity. His enthusiasm and desire to experiment with level mechanics deserve praise. Maxim's persistence is inspiring.
Anime drawing
work by Alisa Kuznetsova , 11 years old
Alisa is doing excellently in mastering Anime style! Her characters are becoming more expressive, with their emotions perfectly conveyed. I especially want to note how great she works with details in clothing and accessories. A bit more experimentation with different poses and compositions, and it will be even better.
Basics of Digital Drawing in Procreate
work by Katya Fofanova , 13 years old
Katya's works in Procreate are a joy to look at! She confidently uses layers, filters, and additional effects, which is a great foundation for further growth. I particularly remember her experiments with lighting and textures. We'll try to pay more attention to animation within the application — I think she'll do brilliantly!
Figma: Learning Design from Basics to Pro
work by Daniil Belov , 12 years old
Daniil is making incredible progress in graphic design. His website layouts in Figma impress with their well-thought-out interface and understanding of user needs. Recently, he developed an amazing website page for a Japan tour, where each element harmoniously combines with the overall theme. Special mention should be made of his attention to detail — from color palette selection to the smallest decorative elements, everything is executed flawlessly.
Digital Art: Drawing on a Tablet
work by Polina Kiseleva , 12 years old
Polina's progress in tablet drawing is impressive! She has not only mastered basic techniques but also learned to work wonderfully with shades and light. Her works already look very professional. I recommend trying to work with textures and mastering the use of unique brushes — this will help add even more depth to her drawings.
Minecraft artificial intelligence
work by Vlad Orlov , 8 years old
Vladislav has taken a serious interest in creating games using artificial intelligence technologies. I especially want to note his latest achievement — the computer opponent in a simple game showed realistic behavior that made players think about tactics!
Creating Games in Roblox Studio
work by Liza Kozhevnikova , 10 years old
Liza actively works on her projects in Roblox Studio, and her results are impressive! She has created a bright and engaging game world with fun characters and a unique plot. Her attention to detail and desire to make worlds interesting for others is especially pleasing. Liza's imagination and persistence will help her achieve incredible heights!
