Concepting & Illustrating a Sword for Games
Prop Design using Photoshop, Blender, Octane & ZBrush with Olivier Dubard
Description
Master the art of prop design and create a Sorrow End Sword with Lead Concept Artist, Olivier Dubard. This 1.5-hour workshop unlocks the secrets of Olivier’s workflow and provides a deep dive into his creative process behind designing visually stunning and story-driven fantasy props for the entertainment industry.
Olivier has worked on several major franchises, and is experienced in concepting for both film and games. This detailed guide aims to help artists through every step of the design and illustration process, from crafting a compelling backstory for the prop to translating it into unique visual elements. You'll learn the complete process, from how to create striking thumbnails, refine your designs, sculpt in 3D using ZBrush, through to professionally rendering your prop using Octane Render.
Whether you’re an established concept artist or an aspiring industry professional in film or games, this workshop will help you to enhance your skills and elevate your portfolio using practical insights and techniques used by industry professionals.
Duration: 1h 39m
Format: HD 1920x1080
Olivier Dubard
Lead Concept Artist at NetEase
Olivier Dubard is a seasoned Lead Concept Artist with over ten years of experience in the entertainment industry, specializing in creating compelling visual worlds for games, film, and animation. Known for a strong sense of design and a keen eye for storytelling, Olivier has collaborated with renowned studios, including Blizzard Entertainment, Microsoft, Sony, and more, on projects ranging from AAA video games to blockbuster films.
As a creative leader, Olivier is passionate about nurturing artistic talent and fostering a collaborative environment where creativity thrives. With a background in both traditional and digital art, he blends classic techniques with cutting-edge technology to push the boundaries of visual storytelling.
Follow Olivier on Instagram @olivier_d_art.
