Spotlight: Artist, Dayna Bland

February 18th, 2009

Posted by Zoe at 11:16

Favorite Quote:
“NO Body Expects The Spanish Inquisition”

How many years have you been in the games industry?
Five years.

What do you consider prerequisites for your job?:
BFA , strong 3D Package and photoshop skills, experience in games, highly adaptable.

How long you’ve been at Slant Six Games?
2 years

Best part of your job?
Being Happy!! The people at slant are the best I have ever worked with. Everyone is excited by what we are doing, hard working, and fun to create with!

Morning web surf:
http://www.tastespotting.com/
http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/
http://www.cbc.ca/

Favorite Work Perks:
Cypress ski passes! Can’t wait for winter!!!

What do you like about Vancouver?
I was born in vancouver…something not many can say….and there is a reason I have chosen to stay and build my career here. Every time I come back from travelling I realize how lucky we are to live somewhere that is so beautiful, clean, and outdoor oriented. Beaches and mountains…how can you beat that!?

What kind of person do you need to be to work here?
Friendly and Enthusiastic. We work together to make fantastic games. Confidant and independent in your work, knowing what you need to accomplish in the time we have.

What do you do for fun outside the company?
Paint (yes artists still use paint) ;) ,Travel, yoga, ski, and cook

What games do you play?
WoW

If I weren’t working at Slant Six games I’d be:
A Draenei Shaman =P