a 3D artist from Utrecht, the Netherlands, exploring the contrast and balance of digital and physical realities. Growing up immersed in internet culture, I developed a deep fascination with new media, shaping my artistic vision through illustration, video editing, and 3D design.

Graduating Illustration with honors from the University of the Arts Utrecht (HKU) in 2020, I create multimedia experiences that challenge perceptions of identity and the near future. My work blends digital techniques with conceptual depth, creating striking visuals that resonate across industries.

Specializing in 3D animation, 3D modeling, illustration, and video editing, I’m frequently sought after for my evocative aesthetic. I have created visuals for global artists like Bebe Rexha, Keshi, and DJ Drama, designed 3D garments for brands like Faze Clan and About You, and provided art direction for the Dutch Ministry of Defense LO&Sportorganisation.

Portrait of William Knies

Clients

25 / selected

Background

CV

Education

  • 2016 - 2020University of the Arts Utrecht (HKU)
    Bachelor of Design - Illustration Design (Honors)
  • 2010 - 2016Erfgooiers College Huizen
    HAVO - Cultuur & Maatschappij (C&M)

Certifications

  • 2026250-Hour Level 5 TEFL Diploma
    Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL), Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

Languages

  • NativeDutch
  • ProficientEnglish
  • IntermediateGerman
  • ElementaryChinese

Exhibitions

  • 2021Van Wie Is De Wereld? ↗
    De Fundatie Zwolle
  • 2021Living Apart Together ↗
    RAUM Utrecht
  • 2020FOMA Exhibition ↗
    Culture Cube & AK24
  • 2020LiGHT-UP Festival
    LiGHT-UP COLLECTIVE Utrecht
  • 2020Exposure Festival
    HKU
  • 2019Bring Your Own Beamer
    Nederlands Film Festival
  • 2019Film Exhibition
    Filmcafé Utrecht
  • 2019Show Me The Money
    Kapitaal Utrecht
  • 2018Rooted Exhibition
    DePlaatsmaker Utrecht

Software

  • DaVinci Resolve
  • Sony Vegas Pro
  • Photoshop
  • Illustrator
  • InDesign
  • Cinema4D (Redshift)
  • Marvelous Designer
  • CLO 3D
  • DAZ 3D
  • LiquiGen
  • ZBrush
  • ComfyUI
  • Hunyuan 3D
  • Stable Diffusion
  • Topaz Labs
  • Meshy AI
  • Tripo AI
  • Claude