Create Pixar Style Animation Art - Street Scenes

Unlock the secrets to creating captivating animated worlds with this comprehensive course on Background Art for Animation! Learn the fundamentals of concept design and art for animation, focusing on the crucial role visual style plays in establishing atmosphere and mood.

This class will guide you through the process of drawing and painting stunning Pixar style animation backgrounds. As a Background Designer, you'll discover how to craft magical environments that draw viewers in and transport them to another place. Don't be intimidated by complex scenes – we'll break down even daunting projects like street scenes into manageable steps.

Our class project will center around recreating a scene inspired by the charming and visually rich Disney Pixar film, Luca. You'll master the use of warm Mediterranean colors to achieve a quirky and authentic style. We'll cover every stage, from initial concept to final details.

Here's what you'll learn:

• Research & Reference Building: Develop a strong foundation for your artwork through effective research and reference gathering.
• Sketching & Concept Development: Translate your ideas into clear and effective rough sketches.
• Color Blocking & Shape Simplification: Transform complex drawings into manageable color shapes for efficient painting.
• Adding Texture & Detail: Roughen edges, introduce color variation, and create a sense of depth and history in your environments.
• Street Scene Mastery: Learn to add those crucial details that bring a street scene to life – windows, doorways, drainpipes, washing lines, and more!

This course is taught by an experienced background artist and environment designer with 15 years in the animation industry. Discover the techniques that were missing from my early training and propelled my career. I'll share the essential tricks and techniques that will set you on the path to becoming a skilled animation background artist.

Ready to bring your animated worlds to life? Join us and start creating!