The Gnomon Workshop – Narrative Design through Compositional Storytelling

Using techniques that are applied in the professional field of feature film, James will walk you through both tricks of the trade and standard work flows including translating 3d geo into Photoshop, kit-bashing, camera positioning, art direction, and paint techniques. And if we’re lucky, hopefully some insight into what Directors are looking for. Successful concept art for film requires prioritizing composition over detail in early stages, with the understanding that most initial attempts will fail. James shows that artists must think beyond creating beautiful images to consider practical production needs while serving the script’s narrative requirements.