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29th July 2010

CG Masters Workshops Online!

Coming in September, an opportunity to take great workshops with Peter Han, Carlo Arellano, James Paick and Even NICO MARLET, renowned character designer for Dreamworks ONLINE!!!!. Coming in September to http://www.cgmwonline.com/

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18th July 2010

Classes at LAAFA…

Digital Figure Painting (using Photoshop) (Starts July 29th – 10wks)
Instructor:
Alex Ruiz

Thursday, 7pm-10pm

 
 
The focus of this course will be on digital life drawing and painting using Adobe Photoshop and other digital techniques. The class also explores working with brushes and digital drawing tablets (such as those from Wacom) with a live model in the room to replicate through drawing and painting the human figure as would be done in a studio environment. Gesture, form, and anatomy will also be discussed in depth.
 
Drawing Storyboards/Graphic Novels with Light (Starts Aug. 14th – 5wks)
Instructor:
Marcos Mateu
 
Saturday, 10am-1pm


Light is the element that will dramatically influence a set and the characters within. Depending on the use we make of it the perception of the image will change in order to fit the storytelling moment. In this course we will observe and ink on paper sets under different lighting conditions, in convincing and practical ways, to then apply these techniques to specific panels that will deliver the desired message to an audience.There will also be slide show, analysis and discussion of artwork examples.

 
Entertainment Composition (Starts Aug. 21st – 5wks)
Instructor:
Bryan Norton
 
Saturday, 2pm-5pm
 


The focus of this course is to investigate different methods of sketching and visual concept development for entertainment projects while stressing creative thinking, drawing from the imagination, and composition. Using fundamental drawing and design principles students will explore in class and at home using ink pens, pencils, markers/and or watercolors to fully realize their ideas through various exercises and small design projects including character design, environments, props and/or vehicles. In addition to interactive lectures, instruction includes demos and technical information on materials, methods, and uses of various sketching techniques and styles as they apply to entertainment design. My goal is to give students a hands-on overview of entertainment design sketching and composition that is content rich in a very interactive and open setting that allows students to participate and express their creativity using the knowledge they gain from this course. Should Have Prior Knowledge Of: Basic perspective drawing, previous figure drawing/quick sketch.

 
Environment Layout Design (Starts July 14th – 10wks)
Instructor:
Robert St. Pierre
 
Wednesday, 7pm-10pm


This course explores the fundamentals of environment design. The class will provide students with a comprehensive understanding of what goes into designing environments including a step by step process which will culminate with the students producing environment drawings of their own. Weekly lectures and demonstrations will cover topics such as staging and composition, 1, 2, 3 and 5 point perspective, scaling characters, visual story telling, natural and artificial lighting, thumbnails and rough sketching, final line and line quality and tonal drawings. Students will be expected to work within the classroom as well as manage homework assignments.

 
If you would like to register for any of these classes, call 818.708.9232

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13th July 2010

Ian Worrel Art Director from Jibjab talks at the Art Institute Inland Empire

Ian Worrel talks about working at Jibjab and his road to working in the animation Industry.

Ian Worrel Art Director at JibJab comes to the Art Institute Inland Empire from santosh oommen on Vimeo.

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10th July 2010

Film Production Illustration with Steve Jung on July 17th~!!

Hi Everyone,

Steve Jung is coming to CDA for a 1 day workshop on the topic of “Film Production Illustration” this coming Saturday.

Date – July 17th

Time – 2~7PM

Price – $120

Steve’s past projects include “Tron Legacy”, “Transformer 2″, “Gatchaman”, “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle” and “Darkwatch”

This is a great workshop for anyone interested in concept design for film or the process of creating a digital illustration for pre-production.

To sign up, just e-mail us at contact@conceptdesignacad.com to reserve your spot.

Space is limited, so sign up soon while the seats are still available~!!

Best,
Concept Design Academy
www.conceptdesignacad.com

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9th July 2010

Nathan Fowkes 1-Day Fundamentals of Composition Workshop Tomorrow at LAAFA!

There is still room for the demo and lecture portion of Nathan Fowkes’ 1-Day Fundamentals of Composition Workshop!


This is an incredibly informative and intense workshop for anyone who wants to improve their understanding of composition. This workshop is extremely helpful for fine artists and entertainment artists. Nathan will discussing how to create a mood and how to organize complex scenes through color and value.

Lecture and Slideshow: 12pm-3pm- $69
Demo 3:30pm-5pm- $30
Lecture and Demo- $99

If you would like to register, call 818.708.9232 or email us at contactus@laafa.org

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6th July 2010

Portfolio and Website Presentation Class with Douglas Kirk (Free for High School Students!) at LAAFA

Douglas Kirk has shown work at galleries and has worked for Dreamworks and Disney for many years. He has a lot of information and tips for what major studios and galleries are looking for. This class is a necessity for anyone who wants to make art their career.

#4012 – Portfolio & Website Presentation Class
(Starts July 17th – 5wks)
Saturday, 10am-1pm

This course prepares students for the transition to the professional and exhibiting world. Students will prepare for interviews and for making gallery and other professional contacts by helping them to compile appropriate portfolio presentations. Students will demonstrate their artistry, conceptual skills, design sensibility, craftsmanship, and other skills as they assemble and refine their portfolio pieces. Working individually with the instructor, each student will select representative pieces, showcasing work that reflects a unique style. Particular emphasis is placed on identifying short- and long-term professional employment and artistic goals, as well as related strategies and resources.

If you have any questions or if you would like to register, call 818.708.9232!

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2nd July 2010

Crazy for Cult 4!

Gallery 1988 next Friday will be having its 4th Crazy for Cult show July 9th This year’s installment is once again hosted by cult filmmaker and actor Kevin Smith and Scott Mosier (Clerks, Mallrats, Jay & Silent Bob Strike Back. Pop culture paintings from films, like Back to the Future, Pee-wees big adventure and several other great cult classics., will adorn the walls of Gallery 1988!

Gallery 1988
7020 Melrose Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90038

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30th June 2010

Eddie Rosas-artist at the Simpsons Lecture-Art Institute Inland Empire Part II

Here’s part II of the the Eddie Rosas-character artist Lecture on the Simpsons at the Art Institute Inland Empire

Eddie Rosas-Simpsons Artist Lecture-Art institute Inland Empire-Part II from santosh oommen on Vimeo.

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22nd June 2010

Eddie Rosas-Artist from the Simpsons speaks at Art Institute Inland Empire-Part I

Eddie Rosas on the Simpsons at the Art Institute Inland Empire=Part I from santosh oommen on Vimeo.

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18th June 2010

Last call for Stephan Martiniere Workshop~!!

Hi Everyone,

Stephan Martiniere’s 2 day “Sci Fi & Fantasy Design” workshop is coming up next weekend on June 26 & 27.

There is still 3 spots remaining, so sign up soon while the spaces are still available :)

To sign up, just e-mail us at contact@conceptdesignacad.com to reserve your spot.

Best,

Kevin Chen

Concept Design Academy

http://www.conceptdesignacad.com/

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