Gnomon Workshop: Character Design Pipeline

In this DVD, watch BARONTiERi as he demonstrates the different steps behind the creation of two iconic characters using both Adobe Photoshop® and Autodesk MAYA®. He will then show how to successfully use your imagination under realistic production constraints. BARONTiERi reveals the latest digital art techniques, ideas and original processes used by the creative members of STEAMBOT Studios. He breaks down the foundations of an efficient character design pipeline for concept artists of the video game and visual effects industries, while demonstrating the importance of teamwork, and focusing on research, development and problem-solving issues. This lecture covers professional tips, speedpainting, basic 3D modeling and environment/mechanical design.

Topics covered:
Production Pipeline
Art Direction
Design Language
Teamwork
Colors
Speedpainting
2D/3D Compositing
Lighting Strategies
Scene Refining

Chapters:
01: Conception - Production Art Pipeline
02: Pre-production
Part 1: Character Design Process: Harry
Part 2: Character Design Process: CAT
03: Production
Part 1: Final Design and Compositing
Part 2: Rendering and Polishing
Conclusion