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WORKSHOPS
Workshops at Gemini 2009
Let your creativity soar with Gemini School's summer programs. From Concept Art to Digital Painting and Animation,
come learn from the pro's in these fun, fast paced workshops. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!
Click here to register for the High School Summer Workshop
Classes for High School Students
The fee for a single course is $249.
The fee for two or more courses is $225 per course. |
Workshops
Class Fee: $480-Includes materials. Students should plan to bring a sack lunch. Water/Sodas will be provided. |
Concept Art for Videogames,
July 27th-30th 9am-1pm
An introduction to the world of concept art in the videogame
industry. Learn how characters and environments are created from professional concept artists. Basic Photoshop literacy required.
Learn the basics of Photoshop,
July 27th-30th 2pm-6pm
An introduction to Adobe Photoshop for creating, manipulating and preparing creative images for print and web output. Gain understanding of resolution and pixel depth. Basic computing literacy required.
Studio Drawing,
July 27th-30th 2pm-6pm
An introduction to drawing
Acrylic painting,
July 27th-30th 2pm-6pm
An introduction to acrylic
Learn to Model with 3D Studio MAX,
August 3rd-6th 9am-1pm
This class will introduce students to the world of 3d and 3D Studio Max specifically. We’ll work on learning the basics toward making simple models and texture maps. Basic computing literacy required.
Learn to Animate with 3D Studio MAX,
August 3rd-6th 2pm-6pm
An introduction to the basic principles of animation using 3D Studio Max. Students learn how to create character motion with a simple ball bounce sequence. Basic computing literacy required.
Studio Drawing,
August 3rd-6th 9am-1pm
An
Acrylic painting,
August 3rd-6th 9am-1pm
An introduction to acrylic
Digital Painting,
August 10th-13th 9am-1pm
Students learn to paint a portrait from scratch in Corel Painter using digital techniques. Basic Photoshop literacy required. |
THE “POWER OF PAINTER” Master Class
September (Date to be announced)
Take your digital skills to a new level at our four-day “Power of Painter” Master Class to be held at the Gemini School of Visual Arts in Cedar Park, Texas. In this hands-on workshop led by Roger Barcilon, an award winning fine artist and digital illustrator, you’ll learn techniques that will let you create your own digital masterpieces using Corel Painter. With the subject of your choice (either a portrait, landscape or still life) Roger will guide you through the Painter interface and share his studio experiences to improve your technical skills and get faster results. You’ll also learn special printing and finishing techniques to get your paintings ready for sale or exhibition. Students will leave the class with a printed, ready to frame painting. This is an opportunity to learn the “Power of Painter” in a small studio environment with individual attention given to each student. Students should be comfortable painting traditionally either in oil, acrylic or pastel and be familiar with Adobe Photoshop.
About Roger Barcilon, Founder Gemini School of Visual Arts:
Roger trained at the Academy of Fine Arts in Barcelona (Spain) where he graduated with Honors. After graduation, he lived for many years in Italy, Norway and England and traveled extensively all over Europe. He spent the early part of his professional life working for major advertising agencies as an in-house illustrator and later freelancing to serve both large publishers and international advertising agencies in the main European capitals. As an illustrator, he was instrumental to the success of many advertising campaigns for clients including Nestlé, Pirelli, Gillette, L’Oréal de Paris, British Petroleum, Alpha Romeo, Sabena Airlines and Omega. His publishing clients included major European magazines as well as book trade publishers such as Mondadori, Rizzoli, Harper Collins, Simon & Schuster, Harlequin, Penguin and Editions Gallimard.
Simultaneously, Roger continued to pursue his passion for fine art. He exhibited extensively in Italy, Scandinavia and the United Kingdom where his paintings won several prestigious awards. In 1970, his work was included in the Italian Encyclopaedia of Art “Il Commanducci”. To this day, Roger is considered a renowned European artist with paintings hanging in private collections throughout Europe and the Americas.
In 1977, Roger and his family relocated to England with a thriving illustration business. During this period, Roger noticed that young artists, although graduates of university fine art programs, did not fully grasp the foundation skills and techniques required of world class illustrators. And so, in 1984, Roger opened the Gemini School of Illustration. His philosophy from that first day has been one of “giving back”. Giving back to his students the knowledge he painfully acquired over years of commercial work. Helping them to understand the profession and giving them both the technical and creative skills to succeed. And, while Roger perfected his teaching techniques, he continued illustrating for advertising and publishing clients throughout Europe. The philosophy of the “working professional” tutor was born from that experience and remains at Gemini School today. With Roger’s teaching methods, over 85% of the Gemini School of Illustration graduates found work as artists in their chosen field.
In 1999 Roger travelled to the US to join an in-house art studio for an international videogame software publisher based in Austin, Texas. As one of the few artists with classic training, Roger became a mentor and teacher to his teammates. While working with these young professionals, Roger realized that, just as in Europe, graduates of US based universities were not properly trained for the rigors of a career in commercial art. The plan for a US based school was born.
As the new Gemini School in Cedar Park, Texas was under construction, Roger and a partner formed a commercial illustration studio to serve clients in the videogame, entertainment and advertising industries. With the combination of Roger’s classic skills and the latest computer graphics tools, Big Sesh Studios became a “go to” firm for videogame clients including Vivendi-Universal, Microsoft, Acclaim Entertainment and Activision. Major advertising agencies soon followed and work from the team at Big Sesh could be found on videogame packaging, magazine covers and even on the Jumbo-tron in New York City’s Times Square. In 2007, the Big Sesh Studios partners returned to their individual ventures, and Roger focused solely on the growth and development of Gemini School. In addition to his work with the school, Roger has been recognized by the prestigious journal “Painter” with an Award of Excellence for his Digital Painting work.
Today, under Roger’s leadership, the Gemini School of Visual Arts & Communication is remodeling art education for students seeking careers as professional artists. In addition to his vision of growth for the school, Roger continues to paint, exhibit and will soon be announcing a new studio venture. |
About Gemini School:
For over 20 years, Gemini School has prepared students for successful careers as commercial artists in advertising agencies, videogame development studios, publishing houses, film/special effects studios, corporations and as fine artists around the world.
Our curriculum is based on the essential skills of drawing and painting--and designed for the student who is focused, creative and passionate about their career. Once essential skills are mastered, students move into our intense, industry-driven digital media program. In classes taught by professional, working artists, students explore “real world” solutions to creative problems while mastering the latest software and techniques in digital painting, concept art, photography, modeling and more.
Gemini students work hard-and the results speak for themselves in our student gallery. Classes are held Monday-Friday from 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Each day starts with sketching exercises and continues with students working on their assigned projects at their own easel. Our small class size ensures that students receive the one-to-one attention necessary to achieve their goals.
As students enter their final year at Gemini, we guide them through our Career Services program. From special industry-only networking events to portfolio preparation, internship opportunities and job search strategies, students are counseled every step of the way as they transition into the workforce.
We encourage you to explore our website and see the results of our program in the student and faculty galleries. But, there is no better way to experience the energy and excitement of Gemini School than to visit our campus located in Cedar Park, Texas (just outside of Austin). We hope to see you here soon!
About Cedar Park and Austin, Texas:
Gemini School is conveniently located in CEDAR PARK, TEXAS, one of the fastest growing cities in the nation with a growing population around 42,400, according to the United States Bureau of the Census. From a population of 5,161 in 1990, Cedar Park has exploded on the popularity scale, developing into an urban center of over 40,000 residents in a little more than 20 years.
Located just 17 miles from downtown Austin, TX, Cedar Park’s popularity as a place to live and work comes as no surprise to the citizens who helped the town grow. The reasons abound: Central Texas boasts a cosmopolitan atmosphere without the big-city hassle, reasonable cost of living, gorgeous scenery and friendly people. And Austin, known as the “Live Music Capital of the World”, gets high marks for its lifestyle and the opportunities to pursue challenging career opportunities. No wonder it’s been cited as the Number One destination both for relocating families and relocating singles. It’s also a mecca for creative, talented people pursuing challenging careers in videogames, film, music, advertising and digital media.
A short drive from San Antonio (approximately 1.5 hours), Houston (3 hours) or Dallas (4 hours) the Austin area is served by Austin Bergstrom International Airport. A wide variety of hotel accommodations, restaurants and activities are available both in Cedar Park and Austin. Workshop attendees will be sent travel/hotel information at a later date.
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