FREE MASTERCLASS

Crafting Armor for Games

For character and hard surface artists who want to break into the gaming industry, or professionals looking to level up their armor modeling skills and take their portfolios to the next level, this masterclass is for you!

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Saturday, August 9th, 9-11 AM PT

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WHY ATTEND THE MASTERCLASS?

Learn how industry-level armor assets are crafted for games
Watch a professional artist demonstrate high-quality hard surface workflows
See how clean, production-ready armor is built with detail and efficiency
Discover what makes armor assets stand out in a portfolio
Ask questions and get expert insights into the upcoming 6-week Hard Surface Modeling Bootcamp

WHERE OUR STUDENTS GET JOBS

Vertex School Student Jobs CD Projekt Red

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR

*Patrick created the lesson content for this masterclass. The masterclass will be hosted by an industry expert.

Patrick van Rooijen

Senior Character Artist at

Rocksteady Studios

PROJECTS:

Horizon Forbidden West, Suicide Squad

Why Learn Hard Surface Modeling for Games?

From armor and weapons to mechanical gear and sci-fi props, hard surface modeling plays a vital role in game development. These assets bring characters and worlds to life, and studios are always looking for artists who can build them with both precision and creativity.

Hard surface modeling combines technical knowledge with artistic vision. Artists in this space are skilled in sculpting, retopology, and baking, often working in tools like ZBrush, Blender, and Substance Painter to create polished, game-ready models.

Career paths include roles like Character Artist, Prop Artist, Environment Artist, and Hard Surface Modeler, with opportunities across indie studios, AAA game companies, and cinematic pipelines.

Join the free masterclass to learn more!

Why Vertex School?

🌟 Industry-Driven Curriculum: Our bootcamps are designed in collaboration with industry professionals, ensuring that you learn the latest and most relevant skills.

🌟 Expert Instructors: Benefit from the guidance of seasoned experts with years of experience in the gaming industry.

🌟 Flexible Online Learning: Our online platform allows you to study at your own pace, fitting your education around your schedule.

🌟 Portfolio Building: Work on real-world projects and build a portfolio that will impress employers in the gaming industry.

🌟 Career Support: Our dedicated admissions officers and industry mentors will help you navigate the job market, answer any questions, and give job application advice!