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Domestika

Concept Art Design and Worldbuilding

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Overview

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Discover how to think like a concept artist in this course. Learn to design buildings for various clients.
  • Introduction
  • World Building for Design
  • Creating a Building for an Imaginary World
  • Post-production
  • Final project
Explore the captivating realm of imaginative architectural design with the guidance of Titus Lunter, an accomplished concept artist and illustrator. You will embark on a comprehensive journey to master the art of designing highly believable concept art buildings for imaginary worlds.

As an experienced concept artist, Titus Lunter's work has graced major titles such as Magic: The Gathering and Dungeons & Dragons, making him the ideal mentor for this creative voyage. The course commences with an exploration of indoor and outdoor architectural spaces, providing a robust foundation for the subsequent learning journey.

Guided by Titus, you will conceive and scope your idea, learning the essential do's and don'ts to bring it to life. This artistic voyage continues with lessons on sketching smaller segments, identifying architectural styles, and developing the structural aspects. Learn to transform your sketches into captivating perspective pieces and apply color to breathe life into your designs. By the conclusion of the course, you will possess the knowledge and skills to craft fantasy spaces that balance functionality and aesthetics.

Syllabus

  • About Me
  • Influences
  • What Exactly Is Architecture?
  • Defining Boundaries and Asking Yourself "Who, What, and Why?"
  • Doing Research
  • The Dos and Don'ts of Architectural Design
  • A Part-By-Part Breakdown of the Specific Architectural Elements 1
  • A Part-By-Part Breakdown of the Specific Architectural Elements 2
  • Finding the Architectural Style
  • Sketching the Structure
  • Perspective Drawing 1
  • Perspective Drawing 2
  • Setting up for Color
  • Rendering the Final Materials and Adding the Finishing Touches
  • Reflecting on the Design
  • Concept Art: World Building with Digital Painting

Taught by

Titus Lunter

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