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Nikolai Razuev

Senior Concept Artist at DNEG
Instructor

Nikolai Razuev

Senior Concept Artist at DNEG

About

Nikolai Razuev is a Concept Designer, Illustrator, and Matte Painter working across film, animation, and video games. He currently serves as Lead Concept Artist at DNEG in Vancouver, Canada.


With over a decade of industry experience, Nikolai has contributed to studios including Method Studios, Framestore, Boss Key Productions, and more. His credits span major films and series such as The Last of Us, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Dune: Part Two, Haunted Mansion, Black Adam, Venom: Let There Be Carnage, Shazam! Fury of the Gods, Slumberland, Uncharted, Foundation, and Aquaman.

Testimonials

  • Nikolai brings a rare combination of artistic talent and practical industry experience. His work demonstrates a strong command of design, mood, and visual storytelling, shaped by years of production work. What makes him stand out is his ability to break down complex processes into clear, actionable insights, making him an excellent instructor for artists looking to grow in a real-world production context.

    - Jama Jurabaev
    Art Director & Concept Artist