You found me! I'm Derek Ortega, a Los Angeles-based Visual Development artist and designer with experience spanning entertainment, consumer products, and illustration. Over the years, I've had the opportunity to work with studios and brands including Disney, Netflix, Laika, Warner Bros., Sony, and more.

Outside of my professional work, I’m the creator of Sickasfolk, an indepedent design studio producing hand-carved wooden sculptures and apparel merging folk-inspired craftsmanship with contemporary design. 

Inquires: derekortegastudio@gmail.com