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How do you survive and thrive as a freelancer/entrepreneur? I have been an independent designer full-time since January 2022 and have been lucky to get both project work and ID consultant hours at a few of the companies I have previously worked for. I have also been fortunate enough to get a few projects via Instagram. Having a focus on Industrial Design and 3D Visualization helps me spread out the uncertainty of being on my own. What is your primary 3D modeling software? Honestly, it depends on what I am designing. I use SolidWorks a lot, but lately, I have branched out to Fusion 360 and Blender, as they sometimes help me create concepts quicker. How do you explore a new function in KeyShot? I have always taken a more playful approach to learning new features in KeyShot. It helps me in my daily work to play around with new features and discover what it can do. Sometimes it’s easily applicable to a current project, other times, it’s just something I play with and only afterward realize how I can use it going forward. KeyShot’s 3D Paint tool is great for creating bespoke bump maps if, for example, you need to design specific grips on a handle. What advice would you give to someone who is interested in doing what you do? I am not going to lie. It takes time to build up your skills. But it doesn’t have to be hard. It can be fun when you play with new features, or just have a lot of ideas that you want to show the world. Put in the hours and ask people how they achieved a certain look or style. More than often, they would love to help.