Abbey Carter
Co-Founder and 3D Environment Artist
Bio
SAE Masters alumna Abbey Carter has built a career as a 3D Environment Artist, working across game development, education and independent studio practice. She is the co-founder of Atlantis 3D Studios, an environment art studio specialising in immersive worlds, asset creation and digital environments.
Launched in May 2023 alongside founder Maxwell Spiegel, Atlantis 3D Studios made its public debut with The Lost City of Atlantis. On the project, Abbey was responsible for secondary architecture, statues, props, organic life including coral and fish, and overall set dressing. Since launching, the studio has expanded its work across asset packs, product visualisation and large-scale environment builds, while continuing to grow its team.
Alongside her studio work, Abbey is also a Freelance Tutor in BTEC Digital Game Arts at LMA Liverpool, supporting students as they develop both their technical skills and creative confidence.
Abbey credits her time on the SAE Masters course with allowing her to fully focus on her passion for environment art. The one-to-one tutor support was central to helping her refine her creative direction, build a portfolio centred on environments, and develop a professional identity that balanced creativity with industry expectations. Tutors encouraged her to prioritise passion over trends – an approach she continues to carry through her freelance and studio work.
One of Abbey’s proudest achievements is co-founding Atlantis 3D Studios and successfully launching a full-scale debut project while transitioning into professional freelance work. She also values the personal growth gained during her studies, particularly the confidence to present herself professionally, connect with industry peers, and take ownership of her creative path.
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