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This module focuses on the representation of three-dimensional forms in two- dimensional space. Focus on drawing one, two, and three-point linear perspective systems as well as Draw Through from observation and imagination. These perspectives enable students to build forms and environments in precise space.
Fundamentals of light and form give understanding to communicating art, and it is in this module that students go through a rigorous series of training designed to hone and nurture their eye to see light and shadows. Students will build a visual library by learning how to sketch and draw architecture, animals, and human-based on real-life references. Students will also Learn the fundamentals of anatomy for characters and animals to use it properly in concept art.
Fundamentals of light and form give understanding to communicating art, and it is in this module that students go through a rigorous series of training, designed to hone and nurture their eye to see light and shadows, and the methods to craft illusions of three dimensions on a flat surface from reference as well as from imagination. Students will learn how to paint in a color to create an environment, character, and props. Students will also learn the fundamentals of material paint to use it properly in your concept art.
Developing environments for the entertainment industry is one of the cornerstones of the concept artist’s work. The students are trained to apply the fundamentals of composition and perspective in creating an environment. Students will learn to develop themes and styles specific to different genres. Topics covered include realism, fantasy etc.
Students will attempt to create their character designs with detailed focus, using logic combined with aesthetics, to create a believable design that can be used in the game, animation, or film industry. Students will hone their digital painting skills by using painting techniques, various methods such as custom shapes, custom brushes, etc., to finish and polish up their character design. Students will be able to see demonstrations, presentations and get feedback on their work both live and On Review
Students will learn techniques for designing interesting props for concept art. In this module, the student will learn how to design different assets for your project to create a world full of variety and interest. Students will also learn how to use advanced techniques in 3D to create props like vehicles, architecture, furniture, and many others.
In this course, students will work on projects that more closely simulate industry requirements and expectations, aiming to create work that is polished and portfolio-ready. Professional development will be a large component of concept art and students will gain enough knowledge to feel confident to enter out into the professional environment.
This module guides students through the final stages of creating a portfolio that is geared towards creating illustrations/concepts for Entertainment Design. Under faculty supervision, students will review, revise, and refine previous deliverables based on peer and faculty evaluation, and create a portfolio that demonstrates a mastery of industry standards and expectations. Interviewing and presentation techniques will be introduced, along with strategies for developing an effective self-promotional campaign.
Students express their individualized style and brand in a fully realized, professional portfolio while implementing creative marketing and networking strategies to launch their concept art careers. In this module, students identify freelance opportunities and develop communication and presentation skills to promote their concept art.
Concept ArtistRole of a Concept Artist is to generate visual reference for an object (like weapons, armor and vehicles) or being (like a character or creature) OR Environment that does not yet exist. This includes, but is not limited to film production, animation and video game production. A concept artist may be required for nothing more than preliminary artwork, or may be required to be part of the creative team till the project reaches fruition. Concept artists are an enigma in the art world.
Philipp Dobrusin has worked in the industry for more than 3 years as a Concept Artist and worked on various AAA games and feature films. He is passionate about design, cinematography and visual storytelling. He has worked with Parallax Studios, Atomhawk, Rocksteady Studios, 2K Games, EA, and Eidos Montreal
A Freelance Concept Artist worked on various AAA games and feature films.
Raymond Tan is a UK based concept artist and comic book illustrator working in the entertainment industry mainly for films and games for more than 10 years. He is currently a Senior Concept Artist at Ubisoft Leamington and Creative Director/Artist of Modern Magic Stories where they create stories through comic books, animation and screenplay writing. The projects he has worked on are The Division 2, Star Wars battlefront II, StarWars Rebels, Street Fighter 5, Marvel VS Capcom Infinite, Elder Scrolls Legends, and Killer Instinct
Artist and Comic Book Illustrator
Patrick Balou is an illustrator and concept artist based in Paris for 4 years. He studied anatomy and concept art in France where he gained a deep understanding and appreciation for storytelling and character design. The projects he has worked on is Mythgard. He has worked in Imagine FX, Ubisoft, Jurassic entertainment, and Rhino Games.
Illustrator and Concept Artist
Buren Erdene Altankhuyag is a concept artist with 6 years of experience focusing on visual game development, high end illustration and animation across multiple international studios in the entertainment industry. Using both 2D and 3D industry standard tools, he enjoys exploring a wide range of rich ideas for his clients and personal work. The projects he has worked on: Criminal Case 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Ottoman turks miniature set, MSI Core Attack, Mutafukaz – Anime, and Toruru’s Adventures – Anime. He has worked for Pretty Simple, Hyperbot, Orhuntous, Studio4C, and Warp Studio.
Freelancer/ Concept Artist
Marco Gorlei is a Senior concept artist from South Africa currently working in the UK. He has been freelancing since 2014 and has since worked on titles within film and the games industry. His renowned works are World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth, Injustice 2, Mortal Kombat 11, Ghost in the Shell 2017, and God of War 4 (props). He has worked for MPC, Atomhawk and West Studios.
Senior Concept Artist
Assistant Lecturer at MAGES Institute of Excellence
Diploma in Entertainment Design, MAGES Institute of Excellence
Zaki brings with him more than 18 years of experience in various creative industries, from illustration to animation. Zaki has been a valuable addition to various companies such as Scrawl Studios and Chip & Toons taking up the responsibility of Animation Director in both places. In addition to his illustrious career, Zaki has also been published 5 times – with his latest comic, Badang, being a historical comic based on the Second World War in Singapore. Zaki completed his formal education with MAGES Institute of Excellence, graduating with a Diploma in Entertainment Design.
Lecturer at MAGES Institute of Excellence
Advanced Diploma in Animation, MAGES Institute of Excellence, Singapore
As the lecturer of Animation and Motion Graphics at MAGES, Rakesh brings with him a plethora of experiences. As an immensely creative artist, he has extended his animation, 3D modelling and VFX expertise into building Virtual Reality Environments and Experiences. Rakesh has been working in the education field for the past 7 years with various film and creative media schools. Rakesh has successfully trained students for employment in animation and the creative technology industry. He completed his Advanced Diploma in Animation from MAGES Institute of Excellence, Singapore.
Programme Lead- Entertainment Design | Senior Concept Artist | Illustrator
Quentin Gabriel is a Senior Concept Artist and Illustrator working for Ubisoft, Singapore the movie and game industry. He studied at different school like Brainstorm, CGMA, Isart Digital and FZD which helped him understand how to teach the best way possible concept art. He recently worked on The Division 2 with Ubisoft Reflections in the UK.
Lecturer- Entertainment Design | Concept Artist
Schweitzer Manuel is a concept artist since 2014 and has worked on various projects. He is quick at designing Environments and Architecture in 3d. Blender and photoshop are his software expertise. He is a good communicator and problem solver. He has done industrial Design.
| Duration | : | 12 Months (Full Time |
| Programme Layout | : | Full Time – 5 days a week |
| Note | : | International Students can only opt for Full-Time programmes |
| Student to Lecturer Ratio | : | 18:1 |
| Medium of Instruction | : | Lectures & Practical (Hands-on Application) |
| Language of Instruction | : | English |
| Mode of Assessment | : | Project-Based Assessment for All Modules |
| Graduation Criteria | : | In order to file for a graduation certificate, the student must have completed and passed all the modules of the course. |
Applicants must have a passion for creation, a love for media and entertainment, and willingness to strive for good results.
17 years old (based on date of birth) at point of start class.
2 GCE ‘A’ level passes or minimum of 2 H2 level subjects with a pass or above or
Foundation Certificate in Art and Technology from MAGES or Certificate in Art or Animation related course from other PEIs.
Equivalent to Year 12 from the respective home country of the applicant or Foundation Certificate in Art and Technology from MAGES or Certificate in Art or Animation related course from other PEIs.
Applicants must be at least 30 years of age with 8 years of working experience.
GCE ‘O’ Level English – Requires a minimum of C6 English grade or
Pass interview with the Academic Director and assessment by Academic Board (if a student does not meet the above English requirement)
IELTS 5.5 or
Other equivalent qualifications where the medium of instruction is English or
A student may attend additional English classes and pass at the equivalent of upper intermediate level (if the student does not meet any of the above English requirements).
If a student has achieved C6 in GCE ‘O’ Level or 65% in English in 10th Grade or IELTS 5.5 then the student can be exempted from Modules FCAT101, FCAT102, and FCAT103 for the Foundation Certificate in Art and Technology.
| Fees Breakdown DIPLOMA IN ENTERTAINMENT DESIGN | ||
|---|---|---|
| Total Payable(S$) (Singaporeans & PR) | Total Payable(S$) (International Students) | |
| Non- FPS Administration Fee | 1444.50 | 2300.50 |
| Course Fee | 18,575.20 | 23,925.20 |
| Total Fees Payable [Inclusive of 7% GST] | 20,019.70 | 26,225.70 |
| Purpose of Fee | Amount (S$) and When Payable | |
| Course Transfer Fees | $100 ($107 [Inclusive of 7% GST]) | |
| 5% – Overdue for 1 week | ||
| Late Payment Fees (Exclusive of 7% GST) | 6% – Overdue for 2 weeks | |
| 9% – Overdue for 3 weeks | ||
| 10% – Overdue for 4 weeks | ||
| Replacement of lost Course Material | $50.00 ($53.50 (Per Module) [Inclusive of 7% GST]) | |
| Replacement of Student ID | $30 ($32.10 [Inclusive of 7% GST]) | |
| Re-Taking Examinations | $500 ($535 [Inclusive of 7% GST]) | |
| Re-module (Exclusive of 7% GST) | (Total Course Fees * Module Credits) / Total Programme Credits | |
| Review of grade per module/unit | $50 ($53.50 [Inclusive of 7% GST]) | |
| Late Re-enrolment fee per module/unit | $50 ($53.50 [Inclusive of 7% GST]) | |
| Admin fee for every cancellation/change of module/unit | $50 ($53.50 [Inclusive of 7% GST]) | |
| Deferment fee per module/unit | $100 ($107.00 [Inclusive of 7% GST]) | |
| Admin fee for the lost library item | $20 ($21.40 [Inclusive of 7% GST]) | |
| Convenience Fee for using Credit Card | 3% based on amount payable | |
| Convenience Fee for using Credit Card | 3% based on amount payable | |
| Banker’s Guarantee (if applicable) | Bond Amount | Fee Payable (Inclusive GST) |
| 1000 | $400 ($428 [Inclusive of 7% GST]) | |
| 1500 | $400 ($428 [Inclusive of 7% GST]) | |
| 3000 | $400 ($428 [Inclusive of 7% GST]) | |
| 5000 | $600 ($642 [Inclusive of 7% GST]) | |
Application Fees
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The classes are really interesting. Our lecturer is the best lecturer I’ve ever had. No one has ever sat down and taught me how to paint like that. The lecturer not only taught us how to texture, he also taught us major skills like lighting and ambience. The hands-on approach at MAGES was a game changer for my art.
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