Miguel Nogueira
About Miguel Nogueira
Miguel Nogueira is a Senior Concept Designer and Illustrator currently working at Wizards of the Coast in Austin, Texas. He has extensive experience in the field, having held various roles in companies across multiple countries, including AMD, NetEase Games, and Frictional Games.
Current Role at Wizards of the Coast
Miguel Nogueira is currently employed as a Senior Concept Designer & Illustrator at Wizards of the Coast, a position he has held since 2021. Based in Austin, Texas, he has been contributing to the company's creative projects for three years. In this role, he focuses on developing innovative concepts and illustrations that align with the company's vision and product offerings.
Previous Experience in Concept Art and Design
Prior to his role at Wizards of the Coast, Miguel Nogueira gained extensive experience in the field of concept art and design. He worked as a Senior Character Concept Artist at NetEase Games from 2020 to 2021 in Beijing, China. He also served as a Concept Artist at Frictional Games for three years, from 2018 to 2021, in Malmö, Sweden. His diverse roles have allowed him to refine his skills in character design and visual storytelling.
Educational Background in Visual Effects and Design
Miguel Nogueira has a solid educational foundation in visual effects and design. He studied at Gnomon School of Visual Effects, Games + Animation, where he achieved a Postgraduate Degree from 2015 to 2017. He also attended CGMA - Computer Graphics Master Academy for an Intro to Perspective course in 2016. Additionally, he completed a Bachelor's degree in Digital Arts and Multimedia at Escola Superior de Artes e Design from 2013 to 2016.
Artistic Philosophy and Approach
Miguel Nogueira aims to push the boundaries of art and design, aspiring to create avant-garde art in the 21st century. He employs alchemical workflows to merge strategy and storytelling within his design solutions. His unique approach emphasizes narrative and concept development, often incorporating poetic elements instead of traditional methods. He focuses on delivering design practicality by intertwining story with graphic appeal.
Travel and Inspiration
Miguel Nogueira frequently travels between Berlin, Porto, and London for work and inspiration. This travel allows him to engage with diverse cultures and artistic influences, which he integrates into his design work. His experiences in various cities contribute to his creative process and help him stay connected to the evolving landscape of art and design.