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Ashley Lyons

Lead VFX Artist

About

Ashley Lyons is a lead VFX artist at Gearbox Software and has been working in the gaming industry for over 15 years. He has contributed effects to multiple games in the Borderlands franchise, including Borderlands The Pre-Sequel, Borderlands 3 and 4, and Tiny Tinas Wonderlands. He has also taught introductory classes to real-time VFX at the University of North Texas and Richland Community College.


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Testimonials

  • Ash’s understanding of and passion for VFX allow him stand out everyday. His experience across a wide range of tools and software gives him the flexibility and proficiency to have an answer to almost any question or a solution to any problem; he puts himself in the shoes of others when walking them through processes

    - Stuart Heath
    Producer, Gearbox Software

  • Ashley Lyons is a highly skilled Lead VFX Artist who elevates every project with exceptional artistry and technical expertise. Beyond his professional contributions, he is a gifted mentor; his unique approach to teaching has provided me with an unparalleled understanding of VFX

    - Seung Kim
    Associate Professor

  • It has been a pleasure working with Ashley for almost a decade now. Ashley is an exceptional VFX Artist, from the sleekest sci-fi interfaces to the juiciest gibs; he is no doubt a master of the craft. Not only is he a great artist; Ashley has been a fantastic VFX Lead on several Gearbox titles. Always ready to support the team by providing insightful feedback and opportunities for us to grow and challenge ourselves.

    - Samantha Spray
    Senior VFX Artist, Gearbox Software