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Adaptative teaching styled 3D Artist & Graphic Design tutor
Malachi M.

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I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in Graphic Design and Performing Arts, complemented by minors in Computer Science Game Design, Writing, Studio Art, and Dance. Additionally, I have attained a Master of Fine Arts in Animation and Visual Effects, specializing in 3D Modeling and Texturing.

Drawing upon my diverse artistic background, I offer tutoring services tailored to individuals across a wide age range, spanning from 7 to over 30 years old. My instructional focus encompasses 3D modeling...

I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree in Graphic Design and Performing Arts, complemented by minors in Computer Science Game Design, Writing, Studio Art, and Dance. Additionally, I have attained a Master of Fine Arts in Animation and Visual Effects, specializing in 3D Modeling and Texturing.

Drawing upon my diverse artistic background, I offer tutoring services tailored to individuals across a wide age range, spanning from 7 to over 30 years old. My instructional focus encompasses 3D modeling for film, gaming, and 3D printing, graphic design, digital painting, as well as story development and editing. I derive immense satisfaction from nurturing the artistic growth of others, whether they pursue artistry as a leisure pursuit, lifelong passion, or career transition. Central to my approach is the conviction that art serves as a universal language capable of transcending communication barriers.

What distinguishes my tutoring approach is its adaptability, informed by the most effective pedagogical techniques I have encountered throughout my own educational journey. Equipped with state-of-the-art software and hardware, I ensure a seamless online learning experience for my students.

Whether you are embarking on your artistic journey, seeking constructive critique prior to assignment submission, or striving to enhance your skills for professional or recreational purposes, I am committed to providing unwavering support every step of the way.

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Education

Eastern Connecticut State University
Graphic Design
Academy of Art University
Masters
  • Licensed teacher

Policies

  • Hourly Rate: $35
  • Rate details: *For no shows/ late cancellations; the time booked will be equal to the cancellation fee assessment. EG: No show a 2 hour lesson = 2x hourly rate
  • Lesson cancellation: 24 hours notice required

  • Background check passed on 10/14/2021

  • Your first lesson is backed by our Good Fit Guarantee

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Approved Subjects

Acting

Acting

I have led independent films, worked on several Hollywood sets, and have experience working in front of and behind the camera. I have an IMDb page, hold a Bachelor of Arts in Acting, and have further studied acting under the guidance of ZA Studios. I have also held an officer position as a stage lead. I have taught film history and possess knowledge of scripts, accents, and vocal training, all of which enhance my skills as an actor.
Adobe After Effects

Adobe After Effects

I hold a BA in Design and have taught design at the university level, where I integrated Adobe After Effects into my courses. My experience covers motion graphics, compositing, and video editing using both After Effects and Premiere Pro. I’ve also guided students in applying these tools to real-world creative projects, ensuring they gain both technical skill and artistic confidence.
Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Illustrator

I have a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design. I have helped companies with rebranding their identities and social presence. I have had designs appear on T-shirts, billboards, and in film. I focus on logo design and typography, I have also used the program for 10+ years
Adobe InDesign

Adobe InDesign

I have in-depth study with this program with page layout for presentations or print mediums. I typically use this program when I have a multi-paged project that needs a uniform layout design. An example of this is using the program for the layout of novel-length works.
Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Photoshop

I have a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design, I have a MFA in 3D modeling. In both of these degrees, I used photoshop intensely. I even partnered with a twitch streamer for a charity painting for a prize for reaching 3k for AADA.org
Adobe Premiere

Adobe Premiere

I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Design, and have edited music videos and trailers for musicians, directors, and 3D artists. I have already been teaching and using Adobe Premiere Pro for many projects. I also won a weekly video editing contest, placing in 3rd for Motion Array.
Autodesk Maya

Autodesk Maya

In my artistic toolkit, I rely on Maya, Zbrush, Substance Painter, and Blender to bring creations to life. My specialty lies in crafting intricate hard surface models, with a focus on captivating robot designs using Maya. For organic modeling, I turn to Zbrush, and Substance Painter to infuse lifelike textures into my work. Moreover, I bring a wealth of hands-on experience with 3D printers, backed by specialized studies that enable me to tailor models precisely for printing and production needs.
Creative Writing

Creative Writing

I hold a Master of Fine Arts with a minor in English Creative Writing and have published several works in magazines. In addition to writing my own book, I have been part of a writing group for over five years, developing stories, characters, and collaborative projects. My experience ranges from generating ideas and world-building to editing and preparing work for publication. I enjoy helping students strengthen their unique voice while also teaching practical techniques for structure, pacing, and clarity.
Drawing

Drawing

I've drawn my entire life, and have done drawing boot camps, and countless other studies. I have tutored students in character design, chiaroscuro, composition, and more. I use traditional mediums and digital mediums along with combinations of the two for countless projects.
English

English

I have TEFL lvl 5 Certification from TEFL.org UK. I'm an author and work with fellow authors monthly to improve our writing collectively. I have a minor as well in English focusing on Creative Writing.
Fiction Writing

Fiction Writing

I hold a BA with a minor in English Creative Writing and have published short fiction in magazines. In addition to completing my own book, I have spent over five years working with a writing group focused on developing compelling stories, characters, and worlds. My approach emphasizes the craft of fiction—plot, dialogue, pacing, and narrative voice—while guiding students from brainstorming through final drafts. I enjoy helping writers sharpen their storytelling skills and bring their creative visions to life.
Graphic Design

Graphic Design

I have a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design. I have helped companies with rebranding their identities and social presence. I have had designs appear on T-shirts, billboards, and in film. I focus on logo design and typography,
Painting

Painting

I have done countless years of study in traditional mediums and applied those skills to the digital pallet. I have produced a digital painting for a charity event, and for a gift for a birthday present. I continue to develop my observation skills to take that knowledge to the digital pallet.
Theater

Theater

I have helped build sets for the theaters at schools and professional movie sets. I also currently help with setup for events for marketing and things like WWE. I can assist you in set plans and a few other things related to set design and more for theater.
Video Production

Video Production

I have helped actors and other artists make demo reels of their work. I have also made AMVs (anime music videos), and other types of music videos. I focus on the overall story the creator is trying to tell and how best to address this. If you need to work out a storyboard then we storyboard.

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professional and knowledgeable teacher

Teacher Malachi is very professional and knowledgeable. Very good preparation for the class. Very patient and kind. Thanks for the fantastic class.

Laurel , 1 lesson with Malachi

Good instructor for Blender

My son is really looking forward to learning more and gaining new skills with the instructor. He’s excited for the opportunity to grow and improve through these lessons.

Sarinya, 2 lessons with Malachi

Very helpful and knowledgeable tutor!

Malachi helped me work through an issue with constraints in my Maya project. He was able to help me troubleshoot the problem and solve it quickly. I was able to complete my project on time and was very pleased with the help. I will definitely work with Malachi again in the future.

Gabriel, 1 lesson with Malachi

Knowledgeable and Persistent

Lots of great insights into Zbrush and Maya, persisted at helping me find a solution. I was looking for help with modeling a shirt in Zbrush / Maya. The shirt was not conventional but Malachi persisted until we got it looking right.

Sean, 3 lessons with Malachi

Knowledgeable tutor with helpful tips!

Malachi was patient and knowledgeable in teaching me Photoshop. I learned a few tricks about Photoshop while completing my projects. He was very helpful. I will definitely get lessons from him for future projects!

Meng, 2 lessons with Malachi

Great tutor !

He taught me how to use Maya and helped me understand UV mapping and texturing. He provided detailed explanations about the software that ChatGPT couldn’t address. His tutoring skills are exceptional; he is not only talented and knowledgeable but also incredibly friendly. His efficiency and knowledge made the learning experience both effective and enjoyable.

Omar, 28 lessons with Malachi

Wonderful Tutor

Malachi taught me how to focus on the basics before perusing details further as well as being very helpful with my portfolio work creation. He has been very generous, patient, and flexible with his time within sessions. Even when scheduling times he is very flexible. He has been extremely helpful with improving my life drawings and portraits. I will always be grateful for Malachi's help!

Doctaman, 42 lessons with Malachi

Very good tutor

Malachi from day one quickly addressed my goals on what I wanted to do with art. He is very patient and flexible with his lessons and teachings; been with him for nearly 3 years and I wouldn't choose anyone else. He is very knowledgeable about everything in terms of traditional and digital art and I highly recommend his teachings

Hiro, 76 lessons with Malachi

Knowledgeable patient tutor.

Malachi is amazing! He’s very patient and knows what he’s doing. I’ve had a few sessions with him and learn something new every time. He’s very knowledgeable with maya and I will definitely use his when I have to sculpt my character in mudbox.

Yuri, 6 lessons with Malachi

Knowledgeable and patient.

My son Alex is autistic but super bright. Malachi was super patient. I recommend him for any neurodivergent student needing help with graphic design. He was very knowledgeable about the program. And offered general design feedback and tips as well.

Jennifer, 3 lessons with Malachi
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