I paint immersive stories in VR—and help others do the same.

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Dan Franke
VR Artist • Educator • Consultant

How I can help you

VR Content for Film & Social

I use Quill to create fascinating VR animations — from cinematic short films to viral social content. Whether you're launching a game, telling an emotional story in a short film, or sparking buzz online for a new product, these custom-built pieces combine hand-painted artistry with powerful narrative hooks. This includes:

- Short films with expressive visual storytelling for festivals or platforms
- Content for campaigns: scroll-stopping reels, teaser trailers, brand patnerships
- Music videos with immersive, painterly visuals
- Content for large-scale displays: concert backdrops, projection domes, digital murals
- Personalized VR gifts: custom artwork or immersive memory to surprise a loved one who already has everything

Got a wild idea? There are no limits — just reach out and let's explore what's possible.

VR Production Consulting

I help teams and individuals bring VR into their creative process — whether for storytelling, education, design, or pitching:

- Studios looking to integrate Quill and immersive tools into their animation pipeline
- Schools & educators developing engaging, spatial learning content, workshops, or serious games
- Luxury fashion brands & designers exploring immersive creation tools — from designing garments brushstroke by brushstroke in 3D to crafting unforgettable experiences for runway shows and campaigns
- Product teams & engineers testing technical designs in 3D — for example in automotive, architecture, or industrial applications
- Creators & brands crafting bold visual pitches or prototypes to win over clients and sponsors

Curious how VR could enhance your workflow or project? Let’s talk.

VR Courses & Workshops

I help artists, students, and creative teams learn how to create in VR using Quill — through structured courses and tailored live trainings:

-Online courses on VR painting, storytelling, and animation — packed with real examples, exercises, and workflows from my own productions: Visit VR courses
- Custom creative workshops for studios, agencies, and companies — exploring immersive workflows across industries like film, automotive, and architecture
- 3-day VR workshops at schools and universities — teaching students how to bring ideas to life in Quill — bundle deals available for classroom use and curriculum integration

Interested in a custom workshop or bundle deal? Just reach out and we’ll make it work.

I help visionary studios, brands, and creators implement VR creation tools that streamline workflows and help craft stories that resonate.

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Why creating Art in VR?

Lightning-fast visual prototyping

Emotional storytelling in immersive space

Stylized content that grabs attention

Real-time iteration and feedback

Hand-painted scenes, no 3D modeling

Small team, high-quality production

Check out my beginner-friendly online course to creating immersive art in Quill!

FAQs

What exactly do you do?

I create hand-painted VR animations, immersive reels, and cinematic content using Quill. I also help studios integrate VR into their creative workflows and teach artists how to paint in VR through my online course and workshops.

Can you create custom VR art for my brand/project?

Absolutely. I offer immersive visuals and social media reels for films, games, brands, and more. Just get in touch with your idea — I’ll help you bring it to life.

What software do you use?

I work primarily in Quill by Smoothstep, a VR painting and animation tool. For post-production and editing, I use tools like After Effects, Premiere, and Blender when needed.

How much does it cost?

I don’t have a fixed price list — every project I take on is unique, and so is the creative process behind it. Whether it’s a VR reel, a workshop, or consulting, pricing depends on the scope, timeline, and complexity.If you’re curious about what something might cost, let’s jump on a quick call and figure out what makes sense for your project.