Background Art for Animation

🎨 Background Art for Animation: From Beginner to Pro with Siobhan Twomey

🚀 Course Headline: Learn Background Art and Concept Art Fundamentals - Dive into the world of Digital Art, Concept Art, and Digital Painting, where your imagination can take shape in the magical realms of animation!

Course Overview:

Are you captivated by the breathtaking landscapes, cities, and environments in animated films? Ever wondered how those fantastical scenes come to life? As a Background Artist for Animation, you'll transform stories into visual artistry, and this course is your gateway to mastering this thrilling craft.

• Digital Art: Craft stunning digital illustrations that serve as the backdrop to animated tales.
• Concept Art: Develop the visual language for entire worlds, guiding the visual direction of a project.
• Digital Painting: Use digital tools to bring your artistic vision to life with the same impact as traditional painting.

📈 What You Will Learn:

• The Role of a Background Artist: A day in the life of an animation studio's secret weapon.
• Design Principles: Essential guidelines to consistently produce eye-catching background art.
• Digital Artist Skillset: Master the trifecta of visual development, drawing, and painting to elevate your work.
• Animation Production Pipeline: Understand your place in the creative process from start to finish.
• Industry Standards: Learn how to set up your files like a pro, ensuring your work integrates seamlessly into any production.

🚀 Hands-On Learning Experience:

• Section One: Get an in-depth understanding of the background artist's role and the principles behind great design. This is where the foundation of your expertise will be laid.
• Section Two: Put your knowledge into practice! Create a complete layout drawing, following the design principles learned, and then proceed to paint it using the techniques that Siobhan has honed over 15 years in the industry.

🎭 Your Portfolio, Your Future:

• Finished Background Art Piece: By completing this course, you'll have a polished background art piece to add to your portfolio.
• Professional Techniques: Learn Siobhan's go-to strategies and secrets that will set your work apart.
• Portfolio Ready: Two major pieces that showcase your talent and are ready to present to potential clients or studios.

✨ Your Next Steps:

This course is more than just an educational journey; it's a leap into a career you'll love. Siobhan's goal is to equip you with the skills and confidence needed to step into the animation industry as a professional Background Artist. With this course, you're not just learning to be a background artist—you're launching your dream career in animation.

Enroll now and start your journey towards becoming an integral part of the animation process, creating breathtaking visuals that tell stories and captivate audiences around the world! 🌟