Faculty of Arts & Science
Digital Futures
Meet the Artist
Luke
D'Alfonsi
aka. lukey, Digital Futures
“Lukey: Pioneering Creativity Beyond LimitsAn artist whose hunger for creativity knows no bounds. Lukey thrives on pushing artistic frontiers, defying the constraints of any single medium. Their journey is a kaleidoscope of innovation, spanning diverse realms:Digital Art Creation: Lukey’s roots lie in digital art creation. From image manipulation to vector-based designing, Lukey has mastered the fundamental techniques and software's seen across the digital art industry.XR and Game Development: Lukey’s fascination with extended reality (XR) led them into uncharted territory. Virtual and augmented worlds became their canvas, where imagination melds seamlessly with technology. This has been a major component in Lukey's game development journey and has led to the developing and refining of essential game design skills.Music and Film Production: Lukey’s creativity transcends visual art. They compose melodies and films that evoke emotions and craft cinematic narratives that transport audiences. This has allowed Lukey to freelance in the content creation industry, creating a variety of video content (from in-house Tutorials to Weekly Webinars) for some of the country's biggest companies such as BMO.Suburb: A Creative Haven: Lukey’s brainchild, Suburb, thrives as a community space. Here, artists experiment fearlessly, collaborate, and redefine what’s possible.In Lukey’s universe, art isn’t static; it’s a dynamic force that reshapes reality. ”
From a young age, I was deeply engrossed in the world of gaming, because of this I realized my aspiration to become a game developer. My artistic journey began with experimental typography, which ignited my quest for innovative avenues to channel my creativity. This pursuit led me to acquire skills in video editing, content creation, photo manipulation, and more, eventually propelling my artwork into the third dimension! By leveraging industry-standard software, I began creating 3D models and worlds for animated and still pieces, bringing me one step closer to my dream of game development. With a comprehensive understanding of computer technologies, I enrolled in the Digital Futures program at OCAD U. This program provided me the opportunity to apply my accumulated knowledge and skills, resulting in the creation of numerous games and interactive experiences across a variety of subjects. This journey has allowed me to delve into technologies that intrigued me, such as Virtual Reality, and Real-Time Production. Today I employ these skills to grow my creative venture Suburb. A company dedicated to exploring and expanding all interactive mediums, while fostering a positive community space that encourages creation and experimentation.
Computer Technologies Game Development Content Creation XR Development Adobe Suite Blender Unreal Engine Unity Graphic Design