Ara Kermanikian is a concept designer with focus on futuristic science fiction character, vehicle, and set design.
He is also an Autodesk Authorized Author. His book Introducing Mudbox, was published in June 2010 and he has written several Master Classes, and reviews for publications such as 3D Artist magazine. His work is also showcased in galleries of several Sybex books including Mastering Maya 2011, Introducing ZBrush 4. He currently works as a freelance concept designer, 3D modeler and digital sculptor in Los Angeles.