VISUAL DEVELOPMENT MASTER LEVEL 1
VISUAL DEVELOPMENT LVL 1
Now available ONLINE!
JOIN TOP PROFESSIONALS FROM
RIOT, BLIZZARD DISNEY, AND PIXAR
IN THE BEST CONCEPT ART COURSE
DIRECTOR OF ACADEMIC STUDIES
Director of Academic Studies, teacher - Art director and Production designer - PIXAR Studios
Anthony Christov is an internationally renowned art director and production designer for the award-winning Pixar Animation Studios...
INTRODUCTION TO LEVEL 1
Visual Development Master courses are now available both onsite and online in live streaming
The online live streaming version is the same integral experience as the on-site version with the same features, including access to IDEA's recruiting services and to recruiting events as well. It will include dedicated platforms and channels to facilitate the delivery of assignments and communication with both your fellow students and your teachers.
Our one-year program is designed for passionate individuals looking for a career in the entertainment industry. The course is made of 3 modules; each module runs for 12 weeks. Students must complete all 3 modules in order to graduate.
Thanks to Anthony Christov's expertise and guidance as Director of Academic Studies, each module will cover all the skills needed to work in a professional environment as an artist and team member through the development of one or more collaborative projects.
Duration: 12 weeks
MODULE 1
CHARACTER DESIGN 1
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Use of thumbnails
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Forms search and recognition
VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS 1
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Fundamentals
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Aims of design and teamwork
DIGITAL PAINTING 1
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Values and colors to create shapes
PERSPECTIVE 1
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Horizon lines and vanishing points
© Jim Moore
STUDIO TIME
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Work on assignments
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Introduction to design for modeling and model packets
Duration: 12 weeks
MODULE 2
CHARACTER DESIGN 2
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Advanced prop study
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Teamwork overview
VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS 2
DIGITAL PAINTING 2
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Shots
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Lights and Mood
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Composition
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Values
PERSPECTIVE 2
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How to place complex objects in a 3D space
© Isabella Mazzanti
STUDIO TIME
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Work on assignments
DIGITAL PAINTING 3
3D
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Finalize design
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Project Delivery
PROJECT FINALIZATION
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Matte painting
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Rendering and use of references
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Acquiring 3D skills
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Shader packets
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Lighting keys
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Characters expressions
MODULE 3
Duration: 12 weeks
© Mauro Belfiore
STUDIO TIME
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Work on assignments
MATERIALS
The use of a computer with Adobe Photoshop installed and a graphic tablet are also necessary; students enrolled in the on-site courses are required to bring their own laptop with Adobe Photoshop installed and a graphic tablet, as the academy does not provide them.
ENROLLMENT DATES 2023/24
Enrollment deadline: subject to availability
Starts on: October 2nd, 2023
Ends on: June 18th/19th 2024
TIME SCHEDULE
CLASS A (ON SITE*)
Monday: 10AM - 2PM CET/CEST
Tuesday: 11AM - 12PM CET/CEST Lesson with Anthony Christov
Wednesday: 10AM - 2PM CET/CEST
Friday: 10AM - 2PM CET/CEST
CLASS B (ON SITE*)
Monday: 2:30PM - 6:30PM CET/CEST
Tuesday: 12:30PM - 1:30PM CET/CEST Lesson with Anthony Christov
Wednesday: 2:30 - 6:30 CET/CEST
Friday: 2:30 - 6:30 CET/CEST
CLASS C (ONLINE)
Monday: 10AM - 2PM CET/CEST
Wednesday: 10AM - 2PM CET/CEST
Thursday: 1:30PM - 2:30PM CET/CEST Lesson with Anthony Christov
Friday: 10AM - 2PM CET/CEST
CLASS D (ONLINE)
Monday: 2:30 - 6:30 CET/CEST
Wednesday: 2:30 - 6:30 CET/CEST
Thursday: 12.30PM - 1:30PM CET/CEST Lesson with Anthony Christov
Friday: 2:30PM - 6:30PM CET/CEST
IMPORTANT: The school reserves the right to change the course's schedule
* Please note that during on-site courses, the lessons of some teachers will take place online but students are still allowed to come to the academy to connect and take lessons with their classmates
Alternative payment solutions can be arranged with the school
COST
The Visual Development master LEVEL 1 cost is divided as follows:
ONLINE
ON SITE
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€ 1200 annual enrollment fee (VAT included)
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€ 4500 tuition fee (VAT included)
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€ 1300 annual enrollment fee (VAT included)
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€ 4950 tuition fee (VAT included)
The sum is to be paid as follows:
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Enrollment: 1300 € (VAT included) to be paid at the enrollment
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First installment: 1650 € (VAT included) to be paid within October 2nd, 2023
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Second installment: 1650€ (VAT included) to be paid within January 15th, 2024
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Third installment: 1650 € (VAT included) to be paid within April 15th, 2024
The sum is to be paid as follows:
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Enrollment: 1200 € (VAT included) to be paid at the enrollment
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First installment: 1500 € (VAT included) to be paid within October 2nd, 2023
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Second installment: 1500 € (VAT included) to be paid within January 15th, 2024
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Third installment: 1500 € (VAT included) to be paid within April 15th, 2024
Alternative payment solutions can be arranged with the school
COURSES FEATURES
ON-SITE
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Access to recruitment activities
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Access to post-course assistance
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Student pass (that grants discounted access to some events, like Annecy Fair)
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Free extra lectures with Recruiters and Professional
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Welcome package
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Museums and outdoor Drawing sessions in Rome most interesting sites
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Live events, e.g. Christmas Party
ONLINE
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Access to recruitment activities
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Access to post-course assistance
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Student pass (that grants discounted access to some events, like Annecy Fair)
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Free extra lectures with Recruiters and Professional