This was one of the most exciting projects I’ve worked on. I received a high-quality dragon render from Hollywood and was responsible for placing it into a realistic scene.
I also led the art direction for the story, making sure the mood, setting, and visual style all worked together to support the moment. The goal wasn’t just to show a dragon, but to make people feel its arrival.
When everything came together — story, visuals, and atmosphere — the scene truly came to life.
Concept: Finnkino
Dragon & Audio: Universal Pictures
Stock Video & Assets: iStockphoto/Rodeo
Art Direction/Edit/VFX & Kauppatori Video: Santeri Salmi
DOOH
I also created an alternative version of the scene tailored for an interactive DOOH display.
Concept: Finnkino
VFX: Santeri Salmi
Display & Tech: Outshine
Location: Mikonkatu, Helsinki (June 2025)
VFX: Santeri Salmi
Display & Tech: Outshine
Location: Mikonkatu, Helsinki (June 2025)
