How Maciek Landed His First 3D Job Thanks to Patata School

At Patata School, we're here to help our members and support them on their creative journeys.

We're thrilled to announce that we're starting a new series of blog posts dedicated to showcasing the success stories that have emerged from our community. These stories highlight how our courses, resources, and positive environment have helped our members achieve their goals.

Our first feature is about Maciek Łazowski, a 2D illustrator based in Warsaw, Poland, who recently ventured into the world of 3D. With a combination of determination, creativity, and some help from Patata School, Maciek landed his first paid 3D commission—and it's a story worth telling!

"I just finished my first paid 3D commission, and Patata School helped A LOT with that!" Maciek said, reflecting on his recent success.

"I've been working as a 2D illustrator for quite some time, but for the past two years, I've been trying to break into 3D. Despite my interest, I hesitated to share my 3D work in my portfolio or cold emails because I didn't feel ready for commercial assignments in that area," he explained. "However, after a long dry spell this year, I decided I had nothing to lose. So, I attached some 3D work to a cold email—and to my surprise, it landed me a commission for Focus Science magazine, specifically asking for a 3D illustration. I was ultra happy!"

Maciek also commented on how Patata School played a crucial role in his journey. "I joined Patata School a few months ago and started binging your courses and talks. While my 3D journey began two years ago, I'd barely touched animation. In fact, I was finishing my first proper animation—created following your Complete Character Rigging and Animation course—when the Focus Science opportunity came up. They asked if I could animate the illustration for their website for additional pay. I was super anxious, but I really wanted to do it. Your course—and honestly, the general positive vibe of your school—gave me the confidence to give it a go."

He continued, "I was very open with them about being a complete beginner in animation, but I promised to try my best to meet the deadline. Thanks to your course and some additional help from a Blender-savvy friend, I managed to complete the animation on time, and the client really liked it."

"I'm also happy with the result and would love to share it with you once the next issue of Focus Science comes out," Maciek added.

Maciek expressed his gratitude, saying, "So, I want to thank you for the amazing job you do—not only teaching the technical stuff in a fun and entertaining way but also sharing business tips and practices that empower fellow creators. It's all been a tremendous help, and you guys are the best!"

You can follow Maciek Łazowski work on his Website or Instagram.