Hard Surface Design with Josh Kao (8 Weeks)
Hard Surface Design with Josh Kao (8 Weeks)
*8 week class*
Class: This is a class with a focus on sci-fi hard surface design. We will go over simple prop designs to more complex objects such as vehicle and weapon design. We will be going over design theories and what makes something iconic, and also talk about design decisions based on the need of a project.
Prerequisite: we recommend: perspective and 3d program knowledge
Topics covered:
Prop Design
Vehicle/Mech Design
Weapon Design
Design decisions based on game or movie
Rendering
Using 3d blockouts
Photobashing
Ideation Techniques
Material List: Paper and Pencil/Pen. Laptop optional. For homework Photoshop and tablet
Time/Day: Saturday 10am-1pm
First Class: June 15th
Last Class: July 17th
Days off: June 29th, July 6th
Class Location: Online class using Zoom meeting, All classes are recorded and available for download
Instructor: Josh Kao is a concept artist since 2008. He has worked on projects such as Prey, Call of Duty Black Ops II, God of War Ascension, Halo, Star Citizen, and Tron Uprising. Josh attended Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, CA.
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