BASIC ILLUSTRATION

1-Day Workshop

Grants Available For SG/PR*

Learn Concept Art Fundamentals

Taught by Kingston Chan (Head of Art & Programme Director)

Digital Art Workshop

Avail the opportunity to obtain the professional guidance by joining our Basic Illustration Workshop! Initiate your path towards becoming a part of the entertainment industry, which includes Games Studio, Films, Animation, Toys, Theme Park, Mobile Game Studios. Attend this workshop to get into the basics of digital painting and concept art development. Discover the standard practices and conventions of conceptual design, techniques implemented in the industry, and visual development pertaining to films, games, animation, and comic books.

WORKSHOP OVERVIEW

Ideal for beginners who are interested in concept design, this workshop will delve into the fundamentals of digital painting and how it applies to concept art development at every level.

Join the Workshop to start your journey and get to the next level!

DURATION/SCHEDULE: 1-Day | 8 Hrs | Sat 9AM – 6PM SGT

GRANTS AVAILABLE: SSG, SFC, PSEA, UTAP

COURSE CODE: TGS-2021005684 (Blended Learning)

SOFTWARE TAUGHT: Adobe Photoshop

HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS: Windows/Mac Laptop no older than 2017

AWARD: Statement of Attainment and Certificate of Completion

INSTRUCTORS

Kingston Chan, a Concept Development Artist and Art Director with 20+ years of experience, is also an Educator. He formerly served as the Senior Art Director at FZD School of Design.
With a background in SEGA Co. and Koei Tecmo, he’s committed to nurturing creative talent by emphasising art fundamentals in our tech-driven world.

Kingston Chan

Head of Art Department | Program Director

GALLERY

Game environment

TOPICS COVERED

Sketching fundamentals to capture form, structure, and detail in perspective.
Digital painting techniques to understand the basics of value system, lighting, and colour.

Shape design, form rendering, breaking down material qualities.
Theories behind composition and artistic finishing.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Build up fundamental art skills in design sketching, perspective, digital painting, and the ability to draw objects in 3D space.
Gain a better understanding of how art values can support the design process within the concept art industry.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

UPCOMING INTAKES

16th August 2025

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Age – 18 years and Above
Minimum Education Level – N Level
Work Experience (No. of Years) – N.A
Language (Written & Spoken) – English

WORKSHOP FEES

(incl 9% GST)

Full Workshop Fees: SGD 523.20

Singaporean 21 – 39yo or PR: SGD 283.20

Singaporeans > 40Yrs : SGD 187.20

FAQs

Who should apply for this workshop?

Those with some experience/interest in illustration, sketching, and drawing, are looking to enhance their fundamentals, and/or transition to digital illustration are ideal candidates for this workshop.

Do I need to bring my own Laptop? What about the drawing tablet?

Yes, we require our students to bring their own laptops with Adobe Photoshop pre-installed. Our Admissions/Student Support team will share the appropriate installation guidelines closer to Workshop date.

Wacom tablets will be provided on the workshop date.

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