What Is Concept Art?
34mBeginner2017-05-15
Authors
Patrick Ballesteros
Concept Artist
Course details
The amazing characters, creatures, and environments you see—on the big screen or in games with friends online—start off as ideas. Concepts artists bring these ideas to life. This course introduces you to the world of concept art and gives you a glimpse into the types of artwork you will be asked to design. Discover what the production process consists of, and how you can start your journey as a concept artist.
Learning objectives
What is concept art?
Producing concept art
Developing images
The difference between design and illustration
Communicating your ideas
Sketching in your sketchbook
Making characters and creatures
Conceptualizing vehicles, props, and environments
Working with 3D artists and animators
Creating a cohesive universe
Building your portfolio
Learning objectives
What is concept art?
Producing concept art
Developing images
The difference between design and illustration
Communicating your ideas
Sketching in your sketchbook
Making characters and creatures
Conceptualizing vehicles, props, and environments
Working with 3D artists and animators
Creating a cohesive universe
Building your portfolio
Skills covered
Concept ArtAnimation and Illustration
Concepts
Introduction
- Welcome
- What is concept art
- Where do we see concept art
The Production Pipeline
- The production pipeline
- Production
- Blue sky
Developing Ideas
- The image development process
- Design is not illustration
- Communicating your ideas
- The power of your sketchbook
Types of Concept Art
- Categories of concept art
- Characters and creatures
- Vehicles and props
- Environments
It's a Team Effort
- Working with 3D artists animators producers
- Needs vs. wants
- Creating a cohesive universe
Starting Your Journey - Becoming a Concept Artist
- Building your foundations
- Learning about design
- Keeping a sketchbook
- Building your portfolio
- Putting yourself out there
Conclusion
- Next steps