Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge
Universal Studios Hollywood
Role: Theme Painter
Project Type: Themed Attraction
Winter 2023
Put on the special goggles and battle Team Bowser alongside Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach on Mario Kart™: Bowser’s Challenge. You’ll steer through underwater courses and courses in the clouds, collecting coins and throwing shells to win the Golden Cup. Everywhere you look you’re in the game on this groundbreaking ride with cutting-edge technology. Compete as an individual and as part of a team while you play along with your favorite Super Mario™ characters. Multiple outcomes and the chance to raise your score mean Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge is more fun each time you ride!
Scenic painting work in queue room two
Working both in a shop environment and onsite, I completed work in the queue line and the attraction itself. I would meet with the Art Director, members of Universal Creative, and Nintendo to get critiques and notes on my work, ensuring everything is up to the high quality standards of the attraction.
In the shop, I worked in all steps of fabrication: prepping framework; sanding and applying various materials to achieve smooth, fiberglass-like finishes; applying various materials to add texture; and painting final scenic finishes. While working onsite, I completed final scenic treatments in queue rooms and the attraction.