Overview About this course
Create original designs such as hybrid animals, insects and sea creatures. Find inspiration from nature to push your designs into new and exciting directions as you take your next step to becoming a concept artist.
Outcomes What you'll gain
Learning outcomes
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
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Research animal anatomy
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Craft silhouettes to find strong shapes
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Create thumbnails for a creature's surface details
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Use tonal studies to enhance a 3D look
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Add colour to create professional presentation artwork
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
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A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment
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Experience using design theory to inform your work
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A professional portfolio of original creature designs to show employers in the games and film industries
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Strong pathways to continue your studies and enhance your career opportunities
Suitability Is this course right for you?
Entry requirements
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
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There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
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A passion for creating visual concept art, specifically creatures
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A desire to improve your technical animation skills
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
Pathways Future career and study options
Career pathways
Our graduates go onto roles like: designers/animators with the Bachelor of 3D Art and Animation.
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study 0 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
The Statement of Attainment in Concept Art Creature Design does not have any pre-requisite courses.
Further study 2 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
Related study 0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Statement of Attainment in Concept Art Creature Design does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
Units Units taught in this course
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Refine 2-D design ideas and processes CUAACD536
Present a body of own creative work CUAPPR513
TAFE NSW services Facilities and support
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
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TAFE NSW Disability Support Service
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TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support
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TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)
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TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service
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TAFE NSW Libraries
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Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential
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Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home
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LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills
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Student associations – get social with our student community
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