What Is Concept Art?

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Free Online Course: What Is Concept Art? provided by LinkedIn Learning is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for Less than 1 hour of material. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from LinkedIn Learning. What Is Concept Art? is taught by Patrick Ballesteros.

Overview
  • Explore concept art—what it is, where it's used, and how to produce it—to give you a better understanding of the concept art world and the tools needed to succeed in it.

Syllabus
  • Introduction

    • Welcome
    • What is concept art?
    • Where do we see concept art?
    1. The Production Pipeline
    • The production pipeline
    • Production
    • Blue sky
    2. Developing Ideas
    • The image development process
    • Design is not illustration
    • Communicating your ideas
    • The power of your sketchbook
    3. Types of Concept Art
    • Categories of concept art
    • Characters and creatures
    • Vehicles and props
    • Environments
    4. It's a Team Effort
    • Working with 3D artists/animators/producers
    • Needs vs. wants
    • Creating a cohesive universe
    5. Starting Your Journey: Becoming a Concept Artist
    • Building your foundations
    • Learning about design
    • Keeping a sketchbook
    • Building your portfolio
    • Putting yourself out there
    Conclusion
    • Next steps