A golden opportunity
This is an unmissable opportunity to be mentored in digital painting by internationally acclaimed concept artist for the film and entertainment industries - Gerhard Mozsi. You’ll be led through the process of realising a narrative moment, learning pro techniques from a master whilst replicating the workflows and processes used in a production art department to create your own interpretation of a unique script excerpt.
Get mentored by a Blockbuster film concept artist
Gerhard Mozsi
Gerhard is Slovak native who is currently based in Sydney Australia. A mixture of formal training and hours of obsessive drawing led him to Brisbane in 2005 work for THQ as a concept artist.
Now, many years later Gerhard’s focus has been on feature films and visual storytelling.
He has worked on a host of films including Alien Covenant, The Wolverine and Pacific Rim: Uprising in addition to a variety of Netflix specials including Outlaw King and Bright.
His experience includes a diverse approach to visual storytelling, both fast and loose concept illustration for film pre production to more detailed production illustrations and matte painting are required for the final product.
Adding to his varied career, Gerhard lectures, mentors and forever, ceaselessly continues to draw.
Designed for experienced digital artists
This masterclass is designed for experienced digital artists who want to learn pro-techniques to level-up their skills, as well as the workflows and processes that can be relied upon to create digital paintings in a day-to-day production art department.
Students must:
- Have a strong knowledge of Photoshop; and
- Good fundamental art skills.
LEARN FROM
A MASTER
This is a great opportunity to learn from Gerhard Mozsi, an Australian Concept Artist with an impressive Blockbuster Film Portfolio.
GET RECOGNISED
BY INDUSTRY
Present your work at an exclusive industry showcase event involving representatives from film, VFX, studios and agencies.
1:1
MENTORING
Receive a 60 minute one-on-one mentoring session with Gerhard Mozsi giving you a rare opportunity to gain personalised guidance from an industry guru.
FREE MEMBERSHIP
TO APDG
Receive free membership valued at $150 to the not-for-profit organisation Australian Production and Design Guild.
From Script to Production-Ready Artwork
Gerhard's teaching will bring the context of a feature film art department to the classroom & will reveal his impressionistic style. Students will work through the creation of art for clearly defined narrative projects, incorporating art fundamentals & advanced techniques whilst learning industry best practice. Students will leave with a portfolio of artwork that's ready for production.
The topics you will cover include:
Master your art
- The role and function of digital painting within a production art department.
- The ability to break a script down to conceptualise and visualise scenes that contribute to an overall story.
- How to work efficiently within a production pipeline - including up-to-the-minute industry best practice on process and workflows.
- Advanced art theory and its application to film and entertainment art - including colour, light, value structures & composition - and techniques for establishing the right mood and atmosphere.
- An approach that can be relied upon to create production-ready art - from research and study techniques to thumbnailing and detailing.
- How to paint from life.
- Professional techniques to take your work to the next level.
Learn in Sydney or Melbourne
| Sydney | Melbourne | |
|---|---|---|
| Format | 1 week intensive | 1 week intensive |
| Dates | 24 June-29 June | 17 June - 22 June |
| Day & Time | Monday - Saturday (9am - 5pm, everyday for 6days) | Monday - Saturday (9am - 5pm, everyday for 6days) |
| Location |
Level2, 7 Kelly Street Ultimo NSW |
Level 13 120 Spencer Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 |
| Price | $1,750 | $1,750 |
Student Work
Hear what past students have to say about this Masterclass
Entry Requirements
Students must be experienced with Adobe Photoshop and have a good creative ability.
Students must bring their own:
Wacom tabletSketchbook
Notepad & pen
Financing Options
Need help with payment?
Talk to our admissions team about a flexible installment payment plan via Ezidebit, so you can focus on reaching your goals sooner.
- Multiple payment options, including credit card, direct debit and EFTPOS.
- Interest free.
- Fees may apply
