Foundations in Game Art and Design
Preliminary program
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Duration
October, 2025 – February, 2026 -
Format
Online -
Level
Beginner -
Language
English -
Tuition fee
€ 1 500 (or in installments)
Early Admission
Apply for the program and benefit from 15% discount during the admission period.
About The program
Foundations in Game Art and Design is a 5-month online program, designed for anyone who has an interest in games and wants to take the first steps in creating them.
It aims to introduce you to the process of making video games – you will learn to create and tell exciting stories, take your first steps in Digital Drawing and 3D Modelling, explore the different roles in the Game Industry and find out more about the history of video games. With the help of mentors, you will find out how to develop your creative thinking and create your first projects with professional softwares such as Adobe Photoshop and Blender.
Who is the program for?
Foundations in Game Art and Design is designed for gamers and for people who have a passion for video games and are looking for their place in the game creation process.
The program is for you if:
- you love playing games and want to learn how to create them;
- you have creative interests, but you don’t yet know in what direction to develop them;
- you are curious to learn more about the Game Industry;
- you are looking for a way to turn your hobby into a profession;
- you need additional technical and creative training to begin specialized education.
Why choose Foundations in Game Art and Design?
With more than 5 years of experience in game development and visual arts training, a team of working professionals, and more than 1000 trainees, ARC is an established educational center for professional development in the Digital Arts.
With a hands-on approach and modern teaching methods, we help our students discover their path and build the skills needed for a career.
We created the Foundations in Game Art and Design program as a first step for anyone who wants to understand how games are created and find their place in the process. The program will introduce you to the basic principles of game development and help you develop the skills you need to get started in the Game Industry.
Game development process
Understand how games are created – from idea to final product
Professional tools
Work with game art and 3D modeling software
Flexible training
Interactive live online classes with access to learning materials
Mentoring support
Personal feedback and guidance from professionals
What will you learn?
In the program you will learn the basic elements of game development, you will take your first steps in Digital Art and understand the principles of game creation. Through hands-on projects and under the mentorship of professionals, you will develop basic skills in key areas of the Game Industry.
Module 1: Introduction to the Game Industry
Learn about the game development process, key roles in the industry and the history of video games. Explore the fundamentals of storytelling, creative thinking and game economics, as well as the principles of UI/UX in games.
- Game Dev Overview
- History of video games
- Storytelling
- Creative thinking
- Fundamentals of Game Economics
Module 2: Practical Skills
Develop essential skills in digital painting with Adobe Photoshop and 3D modeling in Blender. Gain hands-on experience with core game mechanics and game design principles through practical projects.
- Digital Drawing
- 3D Modeling
- Game Design
How does the training continue?
The training combines theory with practice, providing a solid foundation of knowledge and hands-on experience. The program lasts 5 months and includes over 90 instructional hours. Classes are held twice a week—once on a weekday and once on the weekend—in an online format, with each session lasting 2 astronomical hours.
The theoretical part focuses on introducing you to the fundamental principles and workflows in the game industry, analyzing real-world examples, and engaging in discussions. The practical part involves working on specific assignments, allowing you to apply what you’ve learned and create your own projects. Throughout the training, you will receive feedback and personalized guidance for your development, as well as access to lecture recordings and additional learning materials.
What skills will you acquire?
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Creative skills
Creating engaging stories and multi-layered characters for games. -
Technical skills
Working with professional digital drawing and 3D modelling software. -
Game design
Understanding the basic principles of game design. -
Working on projects
Experience in creating first independent developments.
Continue your education at ARC Academy
In addition to the opportunity to prepare yourself and your personal portfolio for various art specialties, the program 'Foundations in Game Art and Design' will allow you to apply for the Distance learning programs in Game Design, Concept Art and 3D Art at ARC Academy.
What is the admission process?
To reach the admission with us, you need to go through the following steps:
Step 1
Application form
It includes personal information and a cover letter.
Step 2
Personal meeting
It is an opportunity to tell us about yourself and your future desires, for your plans for career and education.
Tuition fee
The full tuition fee for the program is € 1 500.
When enrolling, you need to make an advance payment of € 500, with the remaining € 1000 due after the program’s start (within 1 month from its start).
You can pay the full tuition fee in 3 equal installments.
*If you have any questions about paying the installments, contact our team at +359 886 925 303.
Frequently asked questions
If you can’t find an answer to your question, contact us using the form bellow.
Who is the program for?
The main goal of this program is to help you build a portfolio that will give you the confidence to continue your education in different art programs (at ARC Academy or other academies/universities).
It is suitable for students and beginner artists who want to acquire knowledge and skills in the foundational disciplines of traditional art (Perspective, Composition, Color Theory and Anatomy) and then apply them to Digital Art and 3D Modeling.
What are the admission deadlines?
Current information on applying for the preliminary program at ARC Academy can be found HERE.
Do you need to have previous experiences?
The program is designed to meet the needs of complete beginners. Nevertheless, if you do have some experience in traditional or digital drawing, the program will allow you to expand your skills.
When are the classes held?
Every week, 2 classes will be held, each lasting 120 minutes: one during the week (Wednesday from 7:00 pm till 9:00 pm) and one during the weekend (Saturday from 10:30 am till 12:30 pm).
Do classes align with the students' schedules?
The training is adjusted to the students’ abilities.
If you miss any classes, you can rely on the reminders for each class. However, we would recommend your presence in person, whenever it’s possible.
What's the form of education?
The education is fully online in real-time and the program lasts 5 months.
There will be 2 classes in person during which students and mentors can get to know each other. They are not mandatory.
What happens if we miss one of the classes?
Each lecture is recorded and can be watched online. This way you will not miss the material and you will be able to catch up with the tasks.
What's the application and admission process?
You need to fill out an application form. Following this, our team will contact you to schedule a personal meeting (interview), where we will gladly hear more about your motivation and goals.
What do I need to prepare for the interview?
The interview is a personal meeting where we would like to learn more about your goals and plans for development. You don’t need to prepare a portfolio or anything else.
What software do you need to have?
During Digital Drawing classes you will be working with Adobe Photoshop and in 3D Modeling classes – with Blender.
Adobe Photoshop is a paid software, which you need to acquire yourself. We can assist you in obtaining preferential terms on its purchase.
Blender is a an entirely free software.
How do I take advantage of the 3-installment payment option?
Together with our Partner newpay.bg, we provide the option to pay 70% of the full tuition fee (€ 1 500) in 3 equal installments, with a minimal discount.
To take advantage of it, you need to share it with the ARC Academy team, and we will redirect you to the newpay platform. You will be approved after a short and easy application process.
*If you have any questions about installment payments, contact our team at +359 886 925 303.
Got a question?
Book a free consultation with the ARC team
If you’d like more information on the application process, admission requirements or enrollment, feel free to write to us and a team representative will get in touch with you shortly.
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