Take your digital art to the next level with this dynamic intermediate course! Designed for artists with prior experience, this program dives into advanced techniques used in animation, game design, and professional illustration.
Students will refine their workflow with industry-standard file and layer management, explore advanced composition and layout design, and master rendering techniques inspired by top productions. Through hands-on projects, you’ll enhance your skills in adjustment layers, masking, and special effects to create stunning digital scenes—from breathtaking landscapes to dynamic character designs.
By the end of the course, you’ll have a portfolio-ready collection of artwork, perfect for showcasing your skills, applying for creative roles, or adding to your personal collection.
Bring animated worlds to life with stunning, production-ready backgrounds! Whether you're a professional artist or an aspiring animator, this course will teach you the essential skills needed to create beautifully painted backgrounds for animated films and shorts.
Learn industry-standard techniques for designing and painting digital backgrounds that fit seamlessly into an animation pipeline. From composition and lighting to perspective and color theory, you’ll develop the technical expertise to craft immersive environments.
Through hands-on projects, you'll explore how to build backgrounds that enhance storytelling while meeting professional production requirements.
By the end of the course, you’ll have a strong foundation in digital background painting, ready to apply to your own animation projects or a professional studio setting.
Turn your ideas into industry-ready creations! This advanced Concept Art course is designed for professional artists, college and university students, and anyone looking to break into the entertainment industry. Experience the full creative process—developing an initial idea into a polished, production-ready concept.
Through hands-on projects and expert guidance, you’ll refine your skills in composition, storytelling, world-building, and character/environment design. Learn to think like an art director as you bring your vision to life, crafting compelling artwork that captivates audiences and sells ideas. Master professional workflows, from sketching and ideation to final presentation, while developing a portfolio that meets industry standards.
Whether you aim to work in film, animation, gaming, or publishing, this course equips you with the creative and technical expertise to succeed in the competitive world of concept art.
Take your digital art instruction to the next level! This professional course is designed for art teachers who want to master the skills and techniques needed to teach digital painting at an industry-standard level. Whether you're preparing students for higher education or careers in the creative industry, this course equips you with the knowledge to guide them effectively.
Learn cutting-edge 2D digital painting techniques, professional workflows, and best teaching practices to ensure your students build strong foundations in digital art. Explore software navigation, brushwork, layering, color theory, lighting, and rendering, all while gaining the skills to explain complex concepts in an engaging and accessible way.
By the end of this course, you’ll be equipped with the technical expertise and teaching strategies to inspire the next generation of digital artists, helping them develop the skills they need to succeed in animation, game design, illustration, and beyond
Learn from skilled artists with professional experience in traditional and digital art.
From beginners to professionals, we offer classes tailored to every skill level and interest.
Join a creative, welcoming space where you can grow and connect with fellow artists.
Choose from in-person or online classes designed to fit your schedule and goals.