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Introduction to Maya

Learn the fundamental concepts of 3D modeling for games. Using modeling tools and methods in a conventional 3D application, you will create a variety of polygonal objects and how to apply basic lighting and materials to your scenes.

3D Character Modeling 2

Create your own high-resolution, 3D game character. Using the full game character pipeline, you will learn game character ideation, digital sculpting, hair and clothing, retopology, UV layouts, and both 2D and 3D surfacing properties.

Product Development: Virtual Design

Create garments using leading 3D design software. Learn CLO3D to develop individual looks and garments in a virtual space with the potential of creating them in real life. You will apply the tools and functions of this fashion industry software to your own work.

Social Media Production and Branding

Develop a comprehensive modern marketing campaign. You’ll use branding videos, influencers, product placement, social media, event marketing, analytics, and public speaking skills to promote your own product. (This course is cross-listed with COM 202.)

Imaging Workflow and Process

Build your digital photography skills. You’ll gain professional skills in raw processing, imaging workflow, image editing, and more.

Organic Blocking for Camera

As the second half of a two-part class joined with MPT 644/MPT 378 Directors Rehearsing Actors, you’ll not only learn how to direct scenes in a professional, efficient manner, you’ll experience the technical side of movie-making by decorating sets, operating camera, lighting performers, and recording sound. Follow that up with… Read More

Editorial Styling

Conceptualize, style, and produce innovative fashion photo and video shoots. You will study key editorial stylists, magazines, and fashion videos, and learn essential production logistics and protocols to prepare for industry publication and professional creative direction.

Accelerated Digital Drawing Intensive for Concept Art

Get the full range of figure-drawing skills to develop a cohesive, distinct cast of characters. Working from various live models, you’ll use line, shape, and color to design characters and communicate various character traits and types.

Process and Thesis Development

Begin a successful thesis project. In addition, regular instructor critiques, you will discuss approaches to you Final Portfolio and/or Thesis Project with graduate student peers. The goal is project cohesiveness, work quality, concept strength, and process through critique and feedback. Each Group Directed Study (GDS) course requires a minimum of… Read More

Blogging: Content Creation and Promotion

Make your mark in the blogosphere. You will analyze various elements of successful blogging and get practical experience conceptualizing, producing, and marketing your own blog as a creative professional. (This course is cross-listed with FSH 218.)