Diego Purpura
@diegopurpura
I create characters, creatures, prosthetic FX, and cinematic worlds for film, animation, and publishing.
ItalyWhat I'm looking for
I've contributed concept art and prosthetic FX design to feature-film productions including Imaginary Factory's The Resurrection of the Christ and 20th Century Studios' The Dog Stars.
At Imaginary Factory, I previsualized practical special effects alongside directors, production designers, and craftspeople throughout the feature-film creative process.
As a freelance illustrator and concept artist, I develop creature, character, environment, prop, costume, and keyframe designs for board games, animation, and publishing, including FOLGROVE, Brevetto N° 15.843, MOONLIFE, and How to Master ZBrush.
I also founded Artefix, a nonprofit cultural association where I lead visual communication, artistic collaborations, events, and community outreach.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Concept Artist
Imaginary Factory
Jul 2024 - May 2026 (1 year 10 months)
Previsualized practical special effects for feature film productions, working alongside directors, production designers, and craftspeople throughout the creative process.
President & Visual Lead
Artefix
Mar 2025 - Present (1 year 6 months)
Founded and preside a no-profit cultural association dedicated to creating opportunities for artistic expression in the Castelli Romani area. Responsible for all visual communication, event organization, and community outreach.
Freelance Illustrator & Concept Artist
Self Employed
Dec 2019 - Present (6 years 9 months)
Independent illustration and concept art for private clients, board games, animation, and publishing. Selected projects include FOLGROVE, Brevetto N° 15.843, MOONLIFE, and How to Master ZBrush.
Archivist
Servizio Civile Universale
Jun 2021 - Jun 2022 (1 year)
Performed archival and library work at Biblioteca di San Cesareo during university studies.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
IED Istituto Europeo di Design
Bachelor of Arts, Illustration and Animation
Grade: 109/110
Graduated with a BA in Illustration and Animation, achieving a grade of 109/110.
Scuola Internazionale di Comics
One-year program, Comics and Illustration
Completed a one-year program in comics and illustration.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
ItalyAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
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