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• #113     7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (2 hrs) Intro to Storyboard with Samuel Szymanski / $860
• All CDA class days/times listed below are based on the Los Angeles PST time zone.
• #114 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM (4 hrs)  Cinematic Storyboard with Phil Langone / $860
• [SATURDAY] ONLINE CLASSES (ZOOM)
• Fall 2021 Enrollment Status (Updated 10/15/21 at 12:00PM PDT)

But it’s worth looking into the others if you want to learn 3D work or get into movies vs video games. In addition to learning all aspects of game design and game building, students learn concept art specifically for games. If becoming a professional concept artist is your life’s dream, or if you’re just starting to look into career options, you’ve probably considered art school. CG Spectrum offers diploma programs in VFX, game design, 3D animation & modeling, and concept art. Students on this track take lots of drawing, painting, and sculpting courses as well as classes on designing subjects like characters, costumes, props, and vehicles.

#113     7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (2 hrs) Intro to Storyboard with Samuel Szymanski / $860

The 1 week will allow the international student to settle in to their housing and have time to adjust for the time difference before the semester starts. We do not recommend planning the arrival date after the semester starts or right before your first class as it leaves very little flexibility to deal with any unexpected issues that might pop up. In general, we ask all international students to contact us 2 month before the semester start date so we can get the communication started.

All CDA class days/times listed below are based on the Los Angeles PST time zone.

Jumping ahead too far in design or rush into building portfolio when your skills are not ready can often be very counter productive and eat up your budget with very little results. Students can do this on their own time which makes CG Spectrum a viable option for artists who already work a full-time job and cannot commit all day to studying. These include creature design, character design, environmental design, props, vehicles, and how to develop creative skills to craft any of these subjects for a real project. The school organizes events such as student art shows and portfolio reviews which help students get their art in front of the public and people in the industry looking for new hires. In addition to creating high-quality portfolios, students in both programs develop their own signature style which can make them a more sought-after professional in the industry. The second term steps things up with more challenging design projects, introducing limitations and goals similar to what you’d encounter working in a real studio.

#114 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM (4 hrs)  Cinematic Storyboard with Phil Langone / $860

Syn Studio is accredited by The Ministry of Education and Higher Education and Research of Quebec, but credits may not transfer to US schools. Make sure to check with any prospective US schools to see if they’ll accept Syn Studio course credits. You can fill out a FAFSA like you would for any other accredited school to apply for grants, loans, and work study positions. Since this is an accredited school your credits and degree will transfer to other accredited schools if you ever want to switch or go to grad school. This is a very good choice if you want if you want a traditional bachelor’s degree with actual value to concept art work. The animation track includes some drawing courses, but focuses more on 2D and 3D mechanics, storytelling, acting, and 3D modeling.

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The best part is that each diploma program comes with a prior “intro” course to prepare newbies for more advanced learning. This means you can get started with almost no experience and learn everything you need right from CG Spectrum. It’s also a good option if you’re at a beginner level and want a comprehensive start-to-finish program to bring your work up to a professional level. Since this is a private school without accreditation, the courses are meant for skill building and portfolio development only. If you want to get a genuine perspective of what it’s like studying here check out this interview we published with alum Darius Kalinauskas.

[SATURDAY] ONLINE CLASSES (ZOOM)

Whether you are interested in product design, graphic design, or architectural design, our courses will equip you with the tools and techniques necessary to bring your creative ideas to life. 10 week course focussing on the fundamentals of learning how to draw and break down objects into simple forms. Weekly demos, in class exercises, and feedback for each student will be given during the live class meetings.

Even if students take courses solo they’ll have opportunities to interact with other students, so they get the best of both worlds! Syn Studio’s program finishes with a course specifically geared towards helping students succeed in the industry. Syn Studio Art School Montreal is located in the downtown core of the city, a famous hub for art and game studios. Since this is an accredited four year school, all undergrads must also earn general education credits in areas such as English, math, science, humanities, and so on. FZD is registered with the Council of Private Education, but credits may or may not transfer to US schools. You’ll also sharpen your skills in visual communication and learn to curate your own visual library.

Fall 2021 Enrollment Status (Updated 10/15/21 at 12:00PM PDT)

You might noticed some of the classes have been recommended to be taken twice. This is due to the amount of time and drawing mileage needed for the student to learn and master the skills being taught in the classes. All of our job placements are through personal recommendations from the instructors, school staff, or through the professional students you meet in the classroom. We wrote a very detailed review of CG Spectrum’s concept art diploma course if you wanna check that out.

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A - CDA is not an accredited school and is not qualified to issue international student visa. Most of our international students come study while using their 90 days visitor visa. As long as the student is not taking over 18 hours of courses per week, a student visa is not required under the standard US regulations. Also this includes one-on-one coaching with industry professionals along with professional studio tours, demos from famous concept artists, and access to industry parties.

There is no specific path to follow but it’s worth taking a look at their suggested curriculum tracks to get an idea of which courses would suit your goals. That’s an insane number compared to most other higher education programs. Due to this, we have created this suggested curriculum page for your reference. Every class at CDA is designed in a progressional manner to link into the next class after it.

Some concept artists are self-taught, but many find that it’s more efficient to learn from someone else who has already mastered the art. A - All of our classes are non-accredited courses that are purely focused on foundation skill training and portfolio development. The school bases its learning system on exercises and homework from industry mentors. Students can enroll in the courses alone and receive one-on-one attention from their mentor that runs the course, or they can enroll in a group course with others studying online in a classroom setting. Syn Studio prides itself on its friendly atmosphere, cozy art studio feel, and an environment where students are free to explore and grow as artists.

So let’s try answering these questions and examine some of the top concept art schools out there to see which path might fit best for you and your career. A great way to meet and learn from the top designers currently working in the industry. Focus on the skills you need to learn to improve, even if it is the foundations.