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WORKSHOP
CREATING BELIEVABLE
WORLDS
THE ART OF VISUAL DEVELOPMENT FOR ENVIRONMENTS WITH ARMAND SERRANO. NOVEMBER 25 - 27, 2016
THE TEACHER
Visual artist at Walt Disney Animation Studios for titles such as: Zootopia, Big Hero 6, Hotel Transylvania and Cloudy With A Chance Of Meatballs
Armand is an animation professional for 26 years and currently a Senior Visual Development Artist at Walt Disney Animation Studio. He is known for his works both at Disney and Sony Pictures Animation. Armand graduated from the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines with a Bachelors Degree in Civil Engineering. He started his career in 1990 at a Hanna Barbera studio based in Manila. He then moved to the Philippi...
A study of my visual development process in creating believable environments for animated feature films. This is a break down of what have worked for me through the years in visual development and concept design.
PROGRAM
DAY 1
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My Visual Structure
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Visual Development Survival Kit
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Practical Exercise
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Q and A

DAY 2
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The Value of Values
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The Power of Staging and Perspective
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Practical Exercise
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Q and A

DAY 3
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A Quick Look on Big Hero 6
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Designing Zootopia
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Practical Techniques (Lasso, Mixer Brush, etc.)
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Practical Exercises
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Q and A

COST AND SCHEDULE
Cost: € 399 VAT included. For more info on discounts and promotions visit the FAQ page.
Time Schedule:
Friday 14:30-19:30
Saturday and Sunday 10:00–13:00 14:30–19:30
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Course language: English
Required tools: Laptop and graphic tablet with Photoshop installed and/or paper and pencil
Required knowledge: Basic drawing skills
General requirements: N/A
Notes: An interpreting service will be available for a minimum of 5 requests
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