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

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

Sound Design , often interchangeably referred to as Audio Design , encompasses the art of crafting and manipulating sound elements to create exciting auditory experiences. Ewoks from "Star Wars: Return of the Jedi" (1983) The Art of Making Silence Speak: Unmistafying Foley ? Foley artist at work.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

JANUARY 14, 2021

He was able to finish modeling all three sets before getting started on some seriously impressive texturing. Here's a look at the models for the third set of Jhacanda houses, as well as a look at the texturing Cass started for the first set of houses. We can't wait to see these textured! Check it out!

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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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Astral Clock Tower Studios

AUGUST 31, 2021

link] Concept Art. Much like our concept art team, our 3D modelers put in a ton of work this sprint to create fresh designs that will replace a bunch of the existing assets featured in the Kristala demo. After nailing the painting and texturing in Maya for the lantern, Joe then worked on properly setting up this model in Unreal Engine.

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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

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. Wanna know more about this baddies and get a glimpse behind our art process?

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

MAY 27, 2021

Concept Art. Back in the world of environmental concepts, another of our artists, Ila, took on a concept from our ever-growing list of items and props. Next up in the realm of items and props are the Kotakayan weapon concepts pictured below that were created by our super talented Concept Artist, James. Let's dive in.

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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. Bianca wasn't the only modeler working on props this sprint.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

MARCH 20, 2021

Once considered a thriving mecca for Anagativan art and entertainment, the Nisargan city of Nasahara was set ablaze during the Great Kota Rebellion, forcing its frightened denizens to flee the city they call home in search of safety and solace. This sprint, Karena was able to tackle the UVs and begin texturing.

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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. Are you ready to get dark, dear friends? Trust us.we've got you covered.

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Astral Clock Tower Studios

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Once he's modeled all three sets, Cass will then begin the tedious texturing process for each one. This sprint, Karena was able to complete her model and begin texturing. 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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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. Wanna see what this set looks like fully textured and detailed?

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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. We also really love how authentically Nisargan all the furniture pieces and props Harold created feel. Props on props on props. Check it out!

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Moonmana

APRIL 7, 2023

Luckily both engines offer asset stores that allow users to download free and paid props, shading, textures, and many more. Although Unity supports normal maps, occlusion maps, base textures, and other standard shading features, it lacks the advanced material editor found in Unreal engine. Unity still lacks the shading details.

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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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CG Spectrum

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Using state-of-the-art software such as Autodesk 3ds Max, V-Ray, and Unreal Engine, visualization artists generate detailed 3D images and videos based on briefs, blueprints, and/or sketches. Modeling, texturing, and lighting additional assets (furniture, props, decor, etc.) Texture and shade 3D models to add realism.

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