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CHARACTER ART FOR GAMES
Transform Your Character Art in Just 6 Weeks
With Senior Character Artist at CD PROJEKT RED Marcin Klicki
Master the essential techniques of character creation, from concept to final sculpt, and build a portfolio piece that showcases your skills. This course is designed to help you unlock new opportunities, whether you're aiming for a promotion, freelance success, or simply pushing your artistic boundaries.
Not Sure How to Take Your Character Art to the Next Level?
If you’re finding it hard to break through to the next level in your character art, you’re not alone. Many artists hit a plateau—feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just unsure of how to make real progress. It’s easy to get bogged down by the sheer volume of techniques and lose sight of your creative vision.
Can You Relate to Any of These Challenges:
- You’ve been practicing for hours, but your work feels stuck at the same level without noticeable progress.
- You’re feeling uninspired, struggling to bring fresh ideas or depth to your characters.
- You’re unsure about the path forward, lacking a clear roadmap to take your art from good to exceptional.
- You’ve started doubting your skills and have lost some of the passion that got you started.
If any of these challenges resonate, it’s time to level up and rediscover the joy of character creation with guidance from an industry expert.
Create Unforgettable Characters and Unlock New OpportunitiesÂ
Push past creative limits and elevate your character art to remarkable heights. Master the skills to craft characters rich in detail and depth—taking your artistry, and your career, further than you ever imagined!
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In this course, you’ll get:
- In-Depth Character Design Techniques: Learn essential character anatomy and design principles to create realistic, expressive art that captivates viewers.
- ZBrush Mastery for All Levels: Start from scratch or enhance your skills in ZBrush with easy-to-follow guidance and professional insights.
- Structured Learning Path: Follow a step-by-step curriculum crafted by Marcin to teach each phase of character creation with purpose and clarity.
- Hands-On Projects: Work on assignments that bring character art principles to life, reinforcing skills with real-world practice.
- Supportive Artist Community: Connect and collaborate with fellow artists who share your dedication to mastering character art.
Take your character art to a whole new level by returning to the essentials and building a foundation for lifelong growth and creativity.
Course Overview
Week 1: Concept and Overview
Week 2: Sculpting the Core Identity
Week 3: Building a Strong Detail Foundation
Week 4: Adding Texture
Week 5: Mastering Grooming Techniques
Week 6: Crafting the Perfect Presentation
Student Reviews Of Marcin's Courses
Ashkan
"Marcin Klicki provided invaluable guidance and knowledge.
Creating my creature was an incredible journey of learning and growth, and I'm deeply grateful to Ryan Kingslien, the principal of Vertex School, for this opportunity."
Mike
"This course definitely had an effect on my workflow.
Marcin's experience coupled with his ability to clearly and concisely communicate definitely helped elevate my creature to new heights.
I would highly suggest that anyone, regardless of experience, check out a class with Marcin at Vertex School.
I know that, without a doubt, Vertex School and Marcin Klicki have had a direct impact on my skill level and aided in my journey to become a AAA Character Artist. A journey that was just realized after years of effort and work."
Zeel
"It's a solid course and I learned quite a bit. Marcin is very knowledgeable and broke down complex concepts into manageable steps. He was also very patient in the live sessions and helped me grasp several new techniques to improve my skills."
Strahinja
"It was fun, I really learned a lot and I'm going to miss the classes with Marcin."
Meet Your InstructorÂ
Marcin Klicki
Based in Warsaw, Poland, Marcin Klicki is a Senior Character Artist at CD Projekt Red.
Starting as a self-taught artist, he has worked in the industry for 20 years. Titles he's worked on include The Witcher 3, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, The Witcher 3: Hearts of Stone, and Cyberpunk 2077! Â
In addition to being a Senior Character Artist at CD Projekt Red, Marcin is a beloved Game Art Program Mentor here at Vertex School!Â
COURSE FORMAT
Weekly live sessions with Marcin
START DATE
November 30th, 2024
LIVE SESSIONS
Saturdays November 30th - January 11th from 10 AM - 12 PM PST
DURATION
6 weeks
SKILL LEVEL
Beginner to Intermediate
Basic knowledge of ZBrush and 3D Software Packages is helpfulÂ
MATERIALS
Photoshop, ZBrush and 3D packages such as Maya, 3Dsmax, Modo, or else should be known to follow along
Course Highlights
Structured, Step-by-Step Curriculum
Overcome feelings of being overwhelmed by focusing on essential skills.
Lifetime Access to Course Materials
Access your course from anywhere at any time
Personalized Feedback and Support
Help break through obstacles that keep you feeling stuck.
Bring Your Characters to Life and Increase Your Earning AbilityÂ
Take your work beyond the basics and learn to create characters that leave a lasting impression. This course will guide you through the techniques and insights needed to craft characters with true depth and realism, making them memorable and full of life!
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Join Our Supportive Artistic Community
Become part of a vibrant network dedicated to helping you grow and succeed!
Collaborative Learning Environment
Learn and grow together with fellow artists who share your passion.
Direct Access to Industry Professionals
Gain insights from experienced artists and professionals.
Engage in Community Challenges and Events
Exciting challenges and events that make learning fun and engaging.