RenderSphere is a dedicated team of 3D artists and digital media experts who collectively apply experience in art, architecture, engineering, graphic design, motion graphics, interactive media, and animation to deliver the highest quality visualization products for their clients.
A formally trained architect that graduated from North Carolina State University (Bachelor of Architecture) in 1996, Trey Tyler has more than 25 years of experience in design and visualization. A self-taught 3D Artist, Trey founded RenderSphere in 2011 to bring clients a level of insight and expertise into the 3D visualization process that goes beyond what a typical ArchViz firm usually provides. Trey’s practical, experienced-based understanding of the design process results in a collaborative approach that ensures design intent is illustrated with accuracy and premier quality. This team mentality allows project stakeholders to give feedback throughout the visualization process which promotes the joint development of all final rendering products. Trey truly understands his clients need to receive the highest degree of control, value, and quality on each project. Channeling his long-time passion for modern design, Trey has served for more than 6 years as a Board Member for Modern Richmond , a local non-profit that seeks to promote, educate, and celebrate Modernism in Richmond and beyond and he is currently the Chair of the organization. Through Modern Richmond, Trey helps identify exceptional modern buildings for monthly tours and was one of three Modern Richmond Book Committee Members that led the development of the first Modern Richmond Book released in April of 2019. The book celebrates 10 years of tours (100 buildings total) and highlights 50 of those 100 projects. Not only was Trey a instrumental in the creation and development of the book as a whole, but he also designed a house that is featured in the Book: The Peters Ramsey House (3008 Grayland Ave.). It was this all new construction modern house project that led to the creation of Trey’s Design Consulting Business: DesignSphere in 2018. Trey is also a professional photographer who was honored to have had 25 of his photographs included in the Modern Richmond Book. Like all the photographers selected for the Modern Richmond Book, Trey donated his photographs to Modern Richmond in order help reduce expenses and make the publishing of the book possible on a modest budget. Finally, he is one of a handful of authors that contributed essays for the book. Trey’s essay discusses “Modern Details” and draws upon several of the highlighted projects to illustrate how thoughtful and inspired details can help reinforce the modern concepts of the project as a whole.
Jack Fechino
A graduate of VCU’s Kinetic Imaging department, Jack has several years experience working R&D for the West Virginia University Reed College of Media. There he researched and acquired new technologies for the college to further its augmented reality project development.
He brings his knowledge of VR design, realtime optimization, technical photography, visual effects and photogrammetry to the RenderSphere team.
Rowan Gryder
With architects in his immediate family, Rowan Gryder has always had an interest in architecture and spacial design. His foundation in sculpture and passion for animation led him to acquire his skillset in digital 3D and computer graphics. Rowan graduated in 2017 from the department of Kinetic Imaging at VCUarts. Since then he has worked as a digital imaging technician, video compositor, video editor, and 3D artist for Ravenchase’s warehouse scale VR project. In his free time he continues to develop his practice; working in traditional media, live video synthesis, coding, and game development.
Since graduation from VCU’s Communication Arts program with a focus on animation and branding, Elise Neuscheler has taught digital art and STEAM programs, including coding, animation, and video game design classes. An earnest supporter of public service and communication assistance, Elise has created several public murals in the Richmond area and provides visual development for local writers and entrepreneurs. Her natural habitat is dense with gamers, environmentalists, and creative developers, and she is constantly expanding her visualization skills.
Alexis Hilliard-Worth
Alexis is a current VCU Arts Kinetic Imaging senior with a focus on 2D animation and 3D modeling. Her personal work is heavily influenced by the Rococo movement and children’s horror. Her goals after graduation include production of 3D assets for game development, 2D animation, and collaboration with fellow artists. Alexis has gained experience with animation and modeling through commissions, collaborative projects and volunteer opportunities. When she isn’t hammering away at a project, Alexis is usually knitting or crocheting something new. She considers herself a plant mom and proudly owns three lucky bamboo.