DIGI 340 - Concept Art

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

DIGITAL ARTS

Description:

This course develops students' ability to create effective concept art used in the pre-production phase of live action films, animation and video games. Students create character designs; learn to create believable and atmospheric landscape buildings and interiors, as well as designing props and vehicles. Students work in both traditional and Digital media. Prerequisites: DIGI 220. Course Objectives Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to: (1) Create appropriate illustrations for various electronic media including: Visual effects films, animation for internet, television and feature films as well as Video games. (2) Invent convincing characters and worlds using visualization techniques and conceptual exercises. (3) Ability to use visual and Digital reference tools to make believable illustration: including character designs, character model sheets, environment, and scene renderings. (4) Demonstrate improvement in ability to draw and paint convincingly from imagination and visual memory. (5) Create concept art using traditional media. (6) Create concept art using Digital techniques such as painting programs and CINTQ tablet screens. (7) Communicate ideas and design intentions to a clients and fellow artists. (8) Synthesize sources material to create dynamic compositions.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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