I received my Masters degree from Digital Media Arts College specializing in Visual effects and computer animation. Trained as a [...]
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December 19th , 2012
Working along side renowned fantasy artist Wayne Barlowe, Scott Spencer was a creature and character designer on The Hobbit. Working to [...] Read More...
December 3rd , 2012
Congratulations to Rick Baker for receiving his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! Read More...
April 10th , 2013
April 18th, 2013 7:00 P.M. – 9:00 P.M. Join us Thursday, April 18th for a special behind-the-scenes look at the [...] Read More...
April 3rd , 2013
Join us Saturday, April 20th for a special Q&A discussion panel and gallery show with the artists from Sony Santa [...] Read More...
March 26th , 2013
April 27th–28th, 2012 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. 10 Artists, 2 Days, Unlimited Inspiration. Join us for a Weekend of [...] Read More...
May 21st , 2013
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May 20th , 2013
Reference! Reference! Get your reference here! So far we have talked about artists using reference for 3D modeling and drawing, and [...] Read More...
May 17th , 2013
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2D Contest: Death Knight and his Warhorse
Winner: Erkan
3D Contest: Steampunk Lamp
Winner: joshhardy23
Every month we create new 2D and 3D challenges. Winners receive up to 25 titles of their choice from the Gnomon Workshop library. Good luck! Contest Details
About the Image Challenge
Online communities have proven to be an amazing resource for artists. The Gnomon Workshop has had the unique opportunity to inspire, motivate and train artists from all walks of life and all around the globe, and our forum is a great place for you to share your work with other artists who have a passion for learning and community.
Every month we create a new challenge based on specific themes. Our judges select four winners from the 2D Concept and 3D Concept categories (8 total), who will receive up to 25 Gnomon Workshop DVDs (winners get to choose of course)!
What criteria are used to pick the winner?
The winners are chosen based on our judges' personal criteria, however we often award prizes to artists whose CONCEPTS or IDEAS are excellent, regardless of technical execution. While first place awards tend to bias to a combination of concept AND technical merit, we often choose winners who show POTENTIAL. We love to see new artists emerge, and this is a good way to give artists exposure while rewarding them for their talents.
Their professors – and founders – are people who truly inspire. They don’t just teach the ‘how to’ – they give you context, understanding and expectations of ‘how to on the job’. Theirs is a practical approach to actually working in film, video and gaming. It’s that amazing ideal, where art and making a living peacefully co-exist. You can certainly become a successful working artist without Gnomon, but with their pedigree, placement stats, culture and track record, why take that chance?
— , CEO, Bad Robot Productions, Director Star Trek, Super 8
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