This blog was written by Dr. Kat Medill, RMCAD Assistant Professor of Art History. Animators strive to create characters and environments that capture the imagination, yet the secret to captivating movement lies in the predictable laws of the physical world.
Content Warning: This article discusses sexual assault, sex work, and related themes. Ashley Morgan is first and foremost a painter. Despite her many talents and pursuits, she has always been aware of her deep love for painting; her love for
Your Roadmap to Photography Skills Photography is both a technical and creative discipline. While having a camera can make photography more accessible, developing strong photographic skills requires an understanding of how cameras, light, composition, editing, and presentation work together in
While it’s true that graphic design and user experience (UX) design are two distinct disciplines, there’s enough overlap between them that graphic designers almost always have to consider UX design (and vice versa). In fact, effective graphic design by its
Virtual reality (VR) brings a whole new dynamic to the already immersive gaming experience. Today’s innovative developers and artists draw on cutting-edge VR technologies to make games feel more engaging and exciting. Another benefit is that higher-quality VR systems expand access,
Dynamic characters form the basis for every strong narrative. Developing powerful emotional connections with audiences, these characters draw individuals into stories and anchor them there, providing a sense of stability as the plot unfolds. Their perspectives determine how audiences perceive
If you take a glance at any of the mood boards for fashion design, you will see an array of fashion design sketches that highlight the ideas and concepts for a new line or collection. Illustrations play a central role in the fashion design
Starting a fashion brand and creating a fashion line may sound like a dream come true — but first, the key to accomplishing this dream is creating a strategic, forward-thinking fashion business plan. Investing time and energy into understanding the nuances of the fashion
No matter if a child is enrolled in an early childhood education program during those first formative years of their life or if they are working toward a four-year degree at a university, art plays a pivotal part in learning and
Video games deserve credit for introducing us to some of pop culture’s most iconic characters. From familiar faces like Super Mario and Sonic the Hedgehog to newer characters such as Kratos and Cuphead, there is no shortage of stand-out personalities.
When you picture earning your Bachelor of Fine Arts in Animation, you might imagine the many video game studios looking to hire skilled graduates. While that might be a typical career path after college, you might be surprised to learn
Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design is proud to welcome four talented artists and designers to our campus during the 2024-25 academic year, via the VASD Program. For anyone who is new to the RMCAD community or may not
On April 19 2024, RMCAD hosted its first Frames n Games Festival. Frames n Games is a festival featuring all forms of animation and game art. Students could submit from various stages of production, including animatics, 3D models, environments, and
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