Distance Learning Programs

Turn your passion into skills

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The Academy

At ARC, we help creative individuals develop their skills, build a portfolio, and enter the game and creative industries while working under the mentorship of active professionals.

Experience: With over 5 years of history and 1000+ trained talents, the Academy is a recognized name in Game Art & Dev education.

Relevance: All programs are developed in collaboration with industry professionals and reflect the current needs of leading studios.

Flexibility: Suitable for people with busy schedules who want to gain practical skills in game art.

Preliminary Program

Foundations in Digital Arts

5 months
Preliminary course
Online

This program combines traditional art (anatomy, perspective, composition and color theory) with digital techniques in Adobe Photoshop and Blender. It is an ideal preparation for aspiring artists who want to build a strong foundation before specializing.

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Foundations in 3D Modeling

5 months
Preliminary course
Online

This program guides you through the essentials of 3D modeling, from navigating 3D space to building and refining objects in Blender. You will explore modeling, sculpting, texturing, and rendering, making it a perfect first step for beginners wanting a structured and practical introduction to the world of 3D.

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Specialized Program

Game Art

18 months
Online

For those who already have basic knowledge and skills in digital art, the specialized Game Art program offers in-depth development of skills necessary for successful realization in the game industry.

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Approach

Distance Learning programs are designed for anyone who wants to dive into the world of video game creation – whether you’re a complete beginner or already have some prior experience and skills.

They are conducted entirely online with a flexible schedule and live lectures.

Schedule: 8-10 hours per week for lectures plus additional time for self-study.

Format: Entirely online, with real-time live lectures.

Support: Get personalized feedback from mentors and access to a vibrant community of alumni and professional.

Career Opportunities

AAA Studio

Work on large-scale art projects in an international AAA game studio.
Dynamic Indie Studio

Develop diverse visual styles while working in a small, creative team.
Mobile Games

Create art content for platforms with millions of players around the world.
Remote Work

Work for international studios from the comfort of your preferred location.

Lecturers

Our speakers in the program are working professionals with a variety of experience, from mobile games and indie studios to AAA titles. The learning process is interactive, hands-on and each student receives personalized feedback on their progress.

Milen Ivanov Distance Learning Program Director

Anthony Christov Co-founder, ARC Academy

Vlad Gheneli Concept Artist / Illustrator

Jakub Kaźmierczak Composition and Perspective

Beata Smalgren Animation/Visual Effects

Anatoli Bovyanski 2D Artist at Dreamshot

Elliot ‘Yun’ Egron Game Designer, Writer, Sound Manager, Sound Direction, Programmer, Localization Manager

Jean-Paul Karam Game Design

Vladimir Poleganov Writer, Translator and Screenwriter

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If you would like to find out more about preliminary, campus or distance learning programs, whether they are right for you and how they can help, contact us.

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