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Knowlioa Surna

3D Art & Game Animation Excellence

Master 3D Art & Animation for Modern Games

Build professional skills in character modeling, environment design, and animation techniques used by today's top game studios. Our hands-on approach connects creative vision with technical expertise.

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What Makes Our Approach Different

We focus on practical skills that actually matter in professional game development, not just theoretical concepts.

Industry-Current Techniques

Learn the same workflows and tools being used right now in major game studios. Our curriculum updates quarterly to stay relevant with industry changes.

Real-world skills

Portfolio-Focused Learning

Every project you complete becomes a portfolio piece. By graduation, you'll have 8-12 professional-quality works that showcase your abilities.

Career ready

Mentorship Program

Get guidance from working professionals who review your work weekly and provide specific feedback on improvement areas.

Expert guidance
1

Foundation Building (Months 1-3)

Start with core modeling principles and basic animation concepts. You'll create your first character model and learn essential software navigation. No previous experience needed – we begin with fundamentals.

2

Skill Development (Months 4-8)

Dive deeper into specialized areas like texturing, rigging, and environmental design. You'll work on increasingly complex projects while building your unique artistic style.

3

Portfolio Creation (Months 9-12)

Focus on creating polished portfolio pieces that demonstrate your range and technical abilities. Receive detailed feedback and revision guidance to ensure professional quality.

Common Questions About Our Programs

Here's what most people want to know before they get started.

What software will I learn to use?

Our curriculum covers Blender, Maya, Substance Painter, and ZBrush – the industry standards. We also introduce specialized tools like Marvelous Designer for clothing simulation and Houdini for procedural modeling when relevant to your chosen track.

How much time should I expect to dedicate weekly?

Most successful students spend 15-20 hours per week on coursework and practice. This includes structured lessons, personal projects, and portfolio development. The workload is designed to be manageable alongside other commitments.

Do you provide job placement assistance?

While we can't guarantee employment, we do offer portfolio reviews, interview preparation, and networking opportunities with industry professionals. Many graduates find positions through connections made during the program.

Learn From Working Professionals

Our instructors currently work at major game studios and bring real-world experience to every lesson.

Sterling Blackwood, Senior Character Artist

Sterling Blackwood

Senior Character Artist

Sterling has spent eight years creating memorable characters for AAA titles. His work on "Mystic Realms" earned recognition at the Game Developers Choice Awards. He specializes in stylized character design and advanced sculpting techniques.

Darius Ventrillo, Environment Specialist

Darius Ventrillo

Environment Specialist

Darius creates the worlds where games come alive. His environmental work spans from post-apocalyptic landscapes to fantasy kingdoms. He's particularly skilled at optimizing complex scenes for real-time rendering without sacrificing visual impact.

Structured Creative Thinking

We incorporate xmind mapping techniques to help you organize complex 3D projects and develop systematic approaches to creative problem-solving. This method helps break down overwhelming tasks into manageable steps.

  • Project planning and milestone tracking
  • Creative brainstorming sessions
  • Technical workflow optimization
  • Portfolio organization strategies

Ready to Start Creating?

Applications for our fall 2025 cohort open in June. Spaces are limited to maintain our small class sizes and personalized attention.