3D + Motion Design . Post Production . Biomedical Visualization
Polygon City provides a full range of post-production and 3D development services.
About
My name is Dan Potthast
Always learning and adapting, I thrive on projects that challenge me to push both creative and technical boundaries. I have over 20 years of experience producing graphics that move. Find out more.
Expertise in Visual and Technical Solutions
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Post Production: Precision editing, color grading, and rotoscoping for polished, cinematic results.
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Motion Graphics: Dynamic titles, logos, and compositing that elevate your visuals.
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3D Visualization: High-end modeling, rigging, animation, simulations, and visualizations.
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I combine creativity and precision to bring your vision to life.
FEATURED WORK
Portfolio Samples
Medical and Anatomical Illustration
The Best Medicine
My background in both science and art, with a special focus on biology, equips me to tackle the intricate task of illustrating medical procedures and anatomical processes. I excel in transforming these complex concepts into visually appealing and accurate depictions. Bringing together my dual passions, I am committed to providing clients with unique and custom-crafted medical illustrations.
SOLAR FARM VISUALIZATION
An Array of Challenges
A recently completed set of video composites for Potthast Studios in Winter Haven, Florida. I was provided drone footage of wild central Florida acreage and a proposed layout of thousands of solar panels. My task was to simulate the planned solar farm. Initial steps included stabilizing the footage and extrapolating the position and speed of the real-world camera. Once I had a virtual camera, I could begin the work of removing the undergrowth and placing the panels.
KENKOH SANDAL MODELING
A Step above the rest
Each massage sandal has roughly 700 nodules which correspond to pressure points in the foot. To best depict these sandals, we had to obtain a 3D scan of the sole as a starting reference. After some creative scripting, the tedious task of replicating the size and position of each nodule was handled automatically. Finally the dozens of styles, textures, colors, and patterns had to be faithfully replicated. This project was proudly produced for Advantage Marketing of Clearwater and Happy Feet Plus.
