Illustration for Animation Projects and Video Games
A course by Jean Fraisse , Guiding artists in AI-driven value creation
Joined February 2018
Learn to define your visual style and tell memorable stories through images, designs, and colors
Joined February 2018
Concept art is about selling an idea, both visually and conceptually. It's a piece of art that shows the full spectrum of a project, from its wonderful aesthetic to its powerful story.
In this online course, Jean Fraisse—art director for animated feature films at the Huevocartoon studio— teaches you how an art director thinks and works so you can create successful concept art for your own projects.
What will you learn in this online course?
18 lessons & 36 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (184)
- 7,940 students
- 18 lessons (3h 39m)
- 36 additional resources (10 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: Spanish, English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software & tools for this course
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
Develop a consistent visual concept that tells a story to present a fictional client.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Any creative with an interest in devising concepts and designs for their projects.
Requirements and materials
You need to have some knowledge of design, volume, and narrative.
The only materials you need are a computer with Adobe Photoshop and a graphics tablet.
Reviews
Jean Fraisse
A course by Jean Fraisse
Jean Fraisse is an accomplished professional artist and entrepreneur who has navigated a fascinating journey from a passionate yet talentless child to a self-taught expert. His dedication to mastering the art of drawing and painting has led him to a successful career in the creative industry. Over the past decade, Jean has progressively embraced the entrepreneurial side of his profession, learning from trial and error to integrate business acumen into his artistic endeavors. His experience is enriched by extensive self-education through books, tutorials, and mentors, both virtual and in-person.
Influenced by renowned figures like Gary Vaynerchuk and Tim Ferris, Jean has developed a robust understanding of the value system essential for thriving in the digital age. His expertise extends beyond art creation to encompass strategic business thinking, leadership, and market analysis. Jean's insights are drawn from foundational texts and YouTube channels, providing clarity and a methodical approach to both art and entrepreneurship. He is committed to helping fellow artists understand their role in the evolving art market and equipping them with the skills to adapt and succeed in today's rapidly changing environment.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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Presentation
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Influences
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From the world of ideas to the real world
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U2
Analysis and exploration
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Our project: Understanding a vision and defining our main themes
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Search and organize your references
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Style exploration: Characters
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Style exploration: Locations
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Language of the forms
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U3
Definition and decision
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Definition of visual rules of the project
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Combination of aesthetic images
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The language of forms applied to the composition
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Tell a story with color: Color script
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U4
Production
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Concept from A to Z: From the sketch to the finishes (Part 1)
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Concept from A to Z: From the sketch to the finishes (Part 2)
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Concept from A to Z: From the sketch to the finishes (Part 3)
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Concept from A to Z: From the sketch to the finishes (Part 4)
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Feedback and improvement
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Present to convince
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FP
Final project
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Art direction for animation and videogames
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What to expect from a Domestika course
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Learn at your own pace
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Meet expert teachers
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Share knowledge and ideas
Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.
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FAQs
You’ll learn how to turn abstract ideas into concrete images, develop characters and environments, apply visual storytelling, work with color and contrast, and lead the artistic vision of animated projects.
Yes, this course is designed for students and professionals with basic prior knowledge in art, design, or animation who want to deepen their skills in art direction and visual development.
You should have basic drawing, design, or animation skills and access to digital tools like Photoshop or PureRef. An interest in visual storytelling is also recommended.
Art direction in animation shapes the visual vision of a project, ensuring consistency between story, characters, settings, color, and style to effectively convey emotions and narratives.
You’ll learn to design characters from initial concept to final version, exploring proportions, silhouettes, styles, costumes, and how to express emotions and narrative roles.
Yes, the course covers how to tell stories visually, build tension and conflict through images, and use visual elements to strengthen storytelling in animated projects.
Yes, you’ll do exercises exploring visuals, sketching worlds and characters, creating concept maps, analyzing references, and experimenting with styles and color palettes.
Adobe Photoshop
Excelente curso! Jean Fraisse es un excelente profesor y detalla muy claramente cada paso a paso del proceso de realización de un pipeline real dentro de la industria de videojuegos y animación. Genaial! 100% recomendado!
Muy buen curso
Está bueno
very useful! Thank you, sir!
I like his courses a lot!