Behdad Bagheri

Behdad Bagheri is an art director and senior 3D environment artist who serves as Chairman of Vanda Co.
==Life and career==
Behdad Bagheri (born March 22, 1991) is an Iranian 3D animator and artist known for his contributions to the animation industry. He is recognized for his self-taught approach to animation and has garnered numerous awards and recognition for his works.
==Early Life and Education==
Bagheri was born in Tehran, Iran, to a non-artistic family. His interest in animation ignited at the age of 9 when he was introduced to the world of computers. With his curiosity piqued, he embarked on a journey of self-learning, using 3D Studio 4 software under the DOS operating system. Over time, his technical skills evolved alongside technological advancements, shaping his path in animation.
==Career and Contributions==
Despite lacking formal art education, Bagheri ventured into the field of 3D animation. He has held diverse roles within the animation industry, including art director, production supervisor, animation supervisor, rendering supervisor, 3D modeling lead, 3D environment artist, general artist, lighting specialist, shader artist, and more. His versatility is evident across various sectors, such as game production, cinema, series, special effects, advertising, architecture, and virtual reality.
==Skills==
*Art Director
*3D Modeling
*Environment Design
*Texturing
*Lighting
*Rendering
*Unreal Cinematics
*Unreal Animation Sequencer
*Shadering
*VFX
*Post Production
==Notable Works==
Bagheri's portfolio includes several acclaimed works that have garnered significant recognition:
*"Sword and Sorrow": A 3D animated movie that has earned over 15 awards.
*"Release from Heaven": Another 3D animated movie that has received more than 30 awards.
*"Safir e Eshgh": A game project showcasing his creative talents.
*"Nine Nights": A notable movie in his repertoire.
==Awards and Honors==
Bagheri's contributions have been acknowledged through various awards and accolades, including:
Sword & Sorrow:
*Winner of Best Animation Film at the Cannes World Film Festival, 2023
*Winner of best feature Film Diamond Awards in SoCal Film Awards, 2023
*Award Winner of the Oniros Film Awards New York, 2023
*Award Winner of Sacramento Film Festival, 2023
*Winner of Best Animation Film at P.A.F.F.F Festival, 2023
*Award Winner of BIFF International Film Festival, 2023
*Honorable Mention in Paradise Film Festival, 2023
*Official Selection of Lift-Off Global Network Los Angeles Film Festival, 2023
*Official Selection of Lift-Off Global Network London Film Festival, 2023
*Official Selection of FICOCC Film Festival, 2023
*Award Winner of Milan Independent Awards, 2023
*Monthly Picks for Prisma Rome Independent Film Awards, 2023
*Official Selection of Prague Actors And Filmmakers Film Festival, 2023
*Official Selection of British International Film Festival, 2023
*Winner Of Best Movie at Rome International Movie Awards, 2023
*Official Selection of SFAAF Film Festival, 2023
*Winner of Best Movie at Crown Wood International Film Festival, 2023
 Release from Heaven:
*“Animation That Matter” Award, Animation Day in Cannes, Cannes Film Festival, 2017
*Best Feature Animation, Accolade Film Festival, US, 2017
*Best Feature Animation, Tehran International Animation Festival, 2017
*Best Feature Animation, Lisbon International Film Festival, Portugal, 2017
*Best Feature Animation, Gold Movie Award Film Festival, London, 2017
*Best Feature Animation, Seoul International Animation Festival, Seoul, 2017
*Best Feature Animation, Oniros Film Award, Italy, 2017
*Best Feature Animation, Isfahan International Film Festival, 2017
*Best Feature Animation, Fort Mcmurray International Film Festival, Canada, 2017
*Best Feature Animation, Five Continents Film Festival, Venezuela, 2017
*Best Feature Animation, Cinema House Awards, Tehran, Iran, 2017
*Best Feature Animation, Lake View International Film Festival, India, 2017
*Best Feature Animation, Eurasia International Film Festival, Russia, 2017
*Best Feature Animation, Animation Studio Festival, California, US, 2017
*Best Feature Animation, Around Films International Film Festival, Berlin, Germany, 2017
*Best Feature Animation, International Peace Film Festival, US, 2017
*Best Avant Gard Film, International Peace Film Festival, US, 2017
*Best Cinematography, International Peace Film Festival, US, 2017
*Best Film, Pordenone International Film Festival, Italy, 2018
*Best Feature Animation, Universal Film Festival, USA, 2018
*Best Feature Animation, Asia Rainbow TV Awards, China, 2019
*Best Feature Animation Director, Asia Rainbow TV Awards, China, 2019
4th Advertising Festival of Iran:
*Silver Falcon and Appreciation Certificate in the 4th Advertising Festival of Iran, For the Design of " Feel free to sign" in the poster design section, 2019
*Golden Falcon and Appreciation Certificate in the 4th Advertising Festival of Iran, For the design and graphic architecture of " Feel Free to Sign", 2019
*Silver Falcon and Appreciation Certificate in the 4th Advertising Festival of Iran, For Visual and auditory advertising " Island animation, every summer with Nikta", 2019
 Television Program Competition:
*Winner of the Best Animation in the " Tasvir & Harekat" Television Program Competition on the National Network of Iran, 2002
==Professional Membership==
*Member of the International Animated Film Association (ASIFA)
*A Board Member of Iranian Motion Graphics Designers Association (IMGDA).
*Member of the Animated Filmmakers Guild of Iran.
*Member of the Iranian Alliance of Motion Picture guilds. 
*Member of the Iranian Graphic Designers Society (IGDS), Agent of the International Council of Design (ICoD)
*Collaborate with Iran Computer and Video Games Foundation.
==Judge & Committee Member==
*The First Media Gamification Ideation Event, Selection Committee
==Literary Endeavors==
In 2022, Behdad Bagheri began writing his first book, titled " Labyrinth Animation" which was subsequently published by "Arshadan Publishing House" in 2023.
Category:Iranian animators
Category:1991 births
Category:Living people
Category:People from Tehran