iXie gaming

JUNE 16, 2023

Captivating visuals and immersive art design are essential elements that can make or break a player’s experience. Game art production plays a crucial role in bringing virtual worlds to life, capturing the imagination, and enhancing gameplay. The world of video games is constantly evolving.

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CG Spectrum

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Now he's working full-time as a freelance illustrator and has created art for clients including Marvel, Upper Deck, and Monumental. So I figured I would follow my heart and find my path back to an art career. Magic: The Gathering card art for Wizards of the Coast by Oliver's mentor, Eric Wilkerson.

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PreMortem.Games

JANUARY 29, 2024

To ensure authenticity, we referenced American dramas, cartoons, and games from that era when designing everything from the characters’ clothing to office props.” The concept for Unstoppable, where office workers are infected by a mysterious gas, followed after discussions with Lead Game Designer Cho Si-wook. “We

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Filmustage

MAY 4, 2023

The function of screenplay analysis in production design Screenplay analysis plays an essential role in guiding the production design process, encompassing set design, art direction, and wardrobe. This cooperative approach ensures that all departments work in harmony to actualize the director's concept and create a visually appealing film.

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CG Spectrum

JUNE 10, 2024

General skills and knowledge required to work in film and games "The art challenges the technology, and the technology inspires the art." - Ed Catmull, co-founder of Pixar. Storytelling and visual narrative techniques Visual language and principles of lighting (direction, quality, color, environment, etc.)

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Filmustage

JULY 3, 2023

It is, however, an art that demands precision, adaptability, and a keen understanding of storytelling. Understanding the script breakdown process Script breakdown is a meticulous process of analyzing the script to identify every element required for the production - from characters and locations to props and costumes.

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PreMortem.Games

MARCH 1, 2023

It’s such an odd project”, says Art Director Ole Tillmann. Most of the sets, characters and props were built by hand over a period of 3 years. Truth is, that conversation was over 10 years ago and Harold Halibut is still in development by the German indie team Slow Bros. But we did!”

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Filmustage

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

For filmmakers seeking state-of-the-art financial control, mastering script breakdowns proves essential. Free Sign Up Why Breakdowns Matter for Budgeting Production managers leverage cloud-based platforms to transform creative concepts into financial plans. Enhance budget accuracy and eliminate costly oversights.

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Filmustage

MAY 22, 2023

From locations and props to characters and costumes, script breakdown shines a light on every detail. They embraced the concept of script breakdown in pandemic circumstances to develop an episode shot entirely on Zoom, demonstrating creativity and resilience in filmmaking.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

JUNE 29, 2021

Concept Art. Since embarking on the huge endeavor to completely revamp the entire Kristala demo, we've had our artists and modelers working hard to recreate some of the props and environmental elements that already existed in the original Dalamase demo level. Why redo everything again, you might ask?

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Concept Art. Now that our concept art team has nearly completed the designs for all existing assets and items in the Kristala build that needed to be replaced with fresh assets, they're now able to move on to creating brand new items that don't yet have 3D counterparts. 3D Modeling.

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Ask a Game Dev

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Art Director - Art lead. Works with the executive producer to establish the game’s visual style and reference materials for the art team, then gradually shifts to managing all of the artists and keeping them tasked out and productive. Art Concept Artist : [ Iterator Extreme ]. All artists report to him.

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Filmustage

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Free Sign Up What is a Script Breakdown: Core Concepts and Purpose Just like how a talented actor brings life to the screen, a script breakdown plays the starring role in bringing a screenplay to production. For example, blue may designate props while pink highlights costumes, creating a visually coherent roadmap that ensures team alignment.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Here's how it works: each month, we share all the progress every branch of development has made as they collectively work towards completing Kristala's vertical slice—from stunning concept art and 3D models to custom animations, level design, and everything in between. Concept Art.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

AUGUST 31, 2021

link] Concept Art. In order to initiate these changes, however, it was vital that we had proper environmental and character concepts to work from so that our 3D modeling team was fully capable of bringing the Kristala that exists in our minds to life in Unreal Engine. We can't wait to go back again next year!

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

JANUARY 14, 2021

Plus, you'll get a first look at some of the incredible environmental and character concepts we've got in the works too. After she finishes up this first set, Bianca will then move on to the additional sets our concept artists are currently working on. link] Concept Art. 3D Asset Design. Check it out! Programming.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

MAY 27, 2021

Concept Art. In our last issue, we introduced you to a bunch of new team members that recently joined our growing family, including our newest Environmental Concept artist, Harold. Right away, Harold dove into creating fresh, detailed concepts for each level area in the Kristala demo. Let's dive in.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

MARCH 20, 2021

In today's issue, we're servin' up some serious updates on a few large-scale, ongoing 3D models and concept pieces. With Cass tackling Nasahara, one of our talented 3D Generalists, Karena, continued working through various models for 3D props and items found in the Nisargan capital city of Nisar.

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Filmustage

MARCH 13, 2025

Key Elements to Identify Production requires categorizing various components into specific groups: Cast and speaking parts Props and set items Effects and action sequences Wardrobe and makeup needs Transportation and technical gear Standardized color codes provide consistent identification across teams.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

APRIL 21, 2021

Concept Art. As part of our demo overhaul, we recently welcomed a few new team members into our motley crew in order to help us better establish the dark-fantasy vibe we're going for—including the newest member to our Concept Art team, Harold. Curious about Harold's process for building out each concept's composition?

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CG Spectrum

JANUARY 26, 2023

Lighting helps integrate various 3D elements (effects, props, characters, etc.) Creating or applying light rigs based on concept art or on set reference. while also helping to set the mood or tone of a shot. Lighting artists also need to consider external elements like the weather and time of day (e.g.,

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Game Designing

JULY 30, 2023

What You Should Know About Special Effects Schools Most people who work in special effects have bachelor’s degrees in computer graphics, visual effects, or art, depending on which SFX branch they are interested in. Academy of Art University San Francisco, California, U.S.A. Where To Find Special Effects Colleges?

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Over the past few sprints, our resident 3D Character Designer, Bianca, has been hard at work capturing the look of our Kota soldier concepts in 3D form. Make sure you stop by our Concept Art section in this issue of the blog to get a sneak peek at what the armor sets will look like. link] Concept Art.

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Filmustage

MAY 31, 2021

Art by @nadi_bulochka Meet Alejandro Jodorowsky Native Chilean, French citizen, a filmmaker in the genre of surrealism. Overall he is a clear representation of vanguard art. So namely the concepts that Giger made for Jodorowski's "Dune" that had an impact on the entire cinematic universe of Scott.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

JULY 31, 2021

Concept Art. While most of our dev team focuses on preparing an exclusive build of Kristala for Play NYC, our talented concept art team has been pumping out fresh designs for current weapons and items that still need revamped before our official vertical slice is complete.

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Filmustage

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Film Marketing: Creating Buzz and Excitement ✨ Marketing is the art of anticipation and excitement, and film producers are instrumental in crafting this magic. Festival Circuit: For certain films, especially those in the independent and art-house categories, participation in prestigious film festivals can be a critical step.

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Filmustage

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

The Art of Coverage Following in the steps of industry standards, coverage helps entertainment companies evaluate submissions. It begins with a brief logline summarizing the core concept, followed by a narrative synopsis that outlines the story's progression. The real art lies in transforming those notes into cinematic gold.

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Filmustage

JANUARY 28, 2025

This intelligence examines: Story Elements Original concepts and market appeal Story flow and momentum Character journeys Natural conversations Technical Aspects Industry format mastery Reading experience Language precision Scene efficiency Each element receives its grade, ranging from the highest praise to improvement needs.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

MARCH 23, 2022

Concept Art. When we last met, our concept art team was working on finalizing a few last-minute items needed for our Vertical Slice. With these icons completed, James was then able to turn his attention back to creating a few detailed concepts featuring a bunch of the custom VFX we've got in the works. Stay tuned!

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Filmustage

MAY 6, 2023

For example, during the making of "Jaws" , Steven Spielberg's AD, John Milius , had to coordinate complex shooting schedules involving numerous mechanical shark props, coordinating with special effects teams, and managing the unpredictable weather conditions at sea. This process helps the AD create a detailed shooting schedule.

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Filmustage

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Traditionally, breaking down a script to identify and categorize various elements like scenes, characters, and props was a manual and time-consuming process. Firstly, script breakdown automation , powered by AI, is significantly accelerating the pre-production phase.

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Filmustage

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Essential Scheduling Terms and Concepts Indie filmmakers need to know specific terms to direct the scheduling process better. Art teams might take several days to set up complex scenes, and makeup and wardrobe teams need extra time to prepare for period pieces or effects-heavy productions. Each department needs proper prep time.

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Deconstructor of Fun

DECEMBER 12, 2021

The value of new Axies and SLP is propped up by new players putting fresh money into the game. Additionally, the supply of Axies seems fine today, but since there aren’t yet ways to “burn” them, we may face an oversupply issue one day unless policies change. If new player growth diminishes, it could send Axie Infinity into a recession.

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Filmustage

OCTOBER 27, 2023

We will explore the strategies to optimize costs, dive into the pre-visualization process, and unveil the critical role of a VFX Supervisor, all to arm filmmakers with the knowledge to master the art and science of VFX in film production. Whether it’s a makeup artist, a prop maker, or a pyrotechnician, their expertise influences the budget.

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