Career-ready in Game Art in just 18 months

In 18 months, master game-ready asset creation, performance texturing, cinematic Unreal lighting and dynamic animation, guided by AAA pros in a real studio pipeline.

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Why Choose PIXL VISN for
Next-Gen Game Art & Visual Design?

Fast-Tracked Future: Our 18-month intensive training is far more efficient than spending years on purely theoretical university education.

Industry Expertise: Learn hands-on skills directly from seasoned industry professionals, unlike traditional degree programs where professors may lack real-world experience.

Refined Reel: Your strong portfolio at the end of our program carries far more weight in the industry than a formal master’s degree.

Career Prep: We equip you better than any other training program in Germany for a successful career as a Digital Production Artist.

Game Art & Visual Design vs. Programming: Choose Your Path and Excel

At PIXL VISN, we believe that specialization is the key to success in the gaming industry, especially when it comes to 3D animation and graphics. In AAA game studios, programming and visual development are handled by entirely different teams, each requiring deep, focused expertise.

While it might seem tempting to study both programming and 3D graphics at the same time, the reality is that trying to split your focus between two highly complex disciplines often leads to becoming average at both, instead of excellent at one. Game studios aren’t looking for generalists, 

they want specialists who can bring characters to life, design immersive environments, animate fluid movement, and create cinematic lighting. 

That’s exactly why we offer the Game Art & Visual Design program: a training experience fully dedicated to 

mastering the creative side of game development at the highest industry standard. 

If you’re passionate about the technical side of games, building engines, writing code, and creating gameplay systems, we recommend attending a top-tier programming school. 

But if your passion lies in visual storytelling, design, animation, and graphics, then PIXL VISN is the right place for you. 

Through our Game Art & Visual Design program, you’ll develop professional-level skills, build an outstanding portfolio, 

and prepare for a successful career in the visual side of the gaming world. 

By choosing your path early and committing to it fully, you give yourself the best chance to stand out and we’re here to make sure you do.

Tools you will master

These applications form the daily toolkit of production artists worldwide and are taught by industry professionals who work with the tools in production.

Maya

Autodesk Maya is the industry standard for 3D modeling, animation, and rendering in high-end film and game production.
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Mari

Mari is a powerful 3D painting tool that allows artists to texture complex 3D models with stunning detail and flexibility.
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Unreal Engine 5

Unreal Engine 5 is a real-time engine for cinematic environments and interactive experiences in games and virtual production.
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Houdini

Houdini is a node-based VFX tool known for its procedural workflows, ideal for simulating particles, destruction, fluids, and other complex effects.
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ZBrush

ZBrush specializes in digital sculpting, making it the go-to tool for highly detailed character and creature design.
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Nuke

Nuke is a leading compositing tool for high-end visual effects, widely used to blend 2D and 3D elements in film, TV, and animation.
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Get to know our
Industry Professionals!

Learn from artists and technical directors now working at 2K, Ubisoft, Gunfire Games, EA and more. Their production experience shapes the curriculum, and their portfolio reviews guide your own work. Expect live feedback sessions, guest lectures and Q&A panels throughout the year.

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Daniel Schwarz
Daniel
Look Dev Character Artist at 31st Union (2K studio)
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Mark Dauth
Mark
Lead Unreal Artist at PIXOMONDO
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Nejc Srica
Nejc
Lead 3D Artist
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Demo Reel & Career Coaching for Game Artists

Your graduation reel must do three things: run in real time, show aesthetic quality, and prove technical discipline.


Throughout Quarters 5 and 6 you will receive weekly reviews from a professional artist skilled in your specialization as well as guidance from dedicated recruiter, ensuring your reel meets studio standards and that you are ready for art tests and interviews.  
 

Future-proof your Skills: Training with AI and Industry-leading Tools

Technology moves fast – and so do we. At PIXL VISN, you’ll always train with cutting-edge tools used in top VFX and gaming studios. The rapid pace of innovation in the industry demands artists who can adapt, innovate, and master the latest advancements, including Artificial Intelligence (AI). 
For that reason, it’s essential for aspiring Digital Production Artists to gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and real-world workflows during their training.

At PIXL VISN, students are equipped not only with the technical skills, but with the mindset to grow alongside the tech itself. 
AI isn’t new in VFX or gaming - it’s been integrated into pipelines for decades. From automating tedious tasks like rotoscoping, object removal, and motion tracking to enhancing facial animation and scene reconstruction, AI has been a behind-the-scenes powerhouse in production.

Now, with generative AI, the industry is adopting the tools into their workflows like any technology that came before - and students at PIXL VISN learn how to use it to their advantage.  
Our 18-month intensive program is designed for agility, keeping pace with evolving studio workflows and emerging tech trends. Students don’t just learn what’s current—they train to adapt to what’s next.  

Unlike traditional education programs and universities, PIXL VISN constantly updates its curriculum. Most schools rely on career educators. We rely on working professionals who work in leading studios. They don’t just teach the latest trends - they live them. 
Our instructors are active industry artists, bringing firsthand knowledge from top studios directly into the classroom. This ensures that what students learn reflects the real demands of today’s productions—from film to games to streaming content.

Most importantly, at PIXL VISN, students grow with technology. They don’t just react to trends - they learn to anticipate them and work confidently within fast-moving production environments.
At PIXL VISN, you won’t just keep up with technology – you’ll grow alongside it. From AI-driven workflows to industry-standard software, we give you the tools to thrive in the ever-evolving world of visual effects and gaming. Your future starts here.

At a Glance: The PIXL VISN Intensive Training Program

Laying the Foundation
Modeling 100
Lighting 100
Photography 100
Drawing 100
Compositing 100
CG 100
Animation 100
Photo/Video Edit 100
Texturing 100
Storyboarding 100
Strengthening Core Skills & Technical Expansion
Animation 200
Compositing 200
FX 200
Lighting 200
Modeling 200
Rigging 200
Texturing 200
Coding 200
Unreal Engine 200
Drawing 200
Specialization & Advanced Production
Groom FX 300
Lighting 300
Modeling 300
Rigging 300
Texturing 300
Unreal Engine 300
Animation 300
Compositing 300
Drawing 300
FX 300
Mastery & Deep Dive
Pipeline 400
Rigging 400
Texturing 400
Cloth & Groom FX 400
FX 400
Compositing 400
Drawing 400
Modeling 400
Lighting 400
Animation 400
Demo Reel Development & Career Coaching
Praxis Coaching 500
Demo Review 500
Art Course 500
Demo Reel Finalization & Career Launch
Demo Review 600
Praxis Coaching 600
Laying the Foundation
Modeling 100
Lighting 100
Photography 100
Drawing 100
Compositing 100
CG 100
Animation 100
Photo/Video Edit 100
Texturing 100
Storyboarding 100
Strengthening Core Skills & Technical Expansion
Animation 200
Compositing 200
FX 200
Lighting 200
Modeling 200
Rigging 200
Texturing 200
Coding 200
Unreal Engine 200
Drawing 200
Specialization & Advanced Production
Groom FX 300
Lighting 300
Modeling 300
Rigging 300
Texturing 300
Unreal Engine 300
Animation 300
Compositing 300
Drawing 300
FX 300
Mastery & Deep Dive
Pipeline 400
Rigging 400
Texturing 400
Cloth & Groom FX 400
FX 400
Compositing 400
Drawing 400
Modeling 400
Lighting 400
Animation 400
Demo Reel Development & Career Coaching
Praxis Coaching 500
Demo Review 500
Art Course 500
Demo Reel Finalization & Career Launch
Demo Review 600
Praxis Coaching 600
Quarter 1
Your journey begins with mastering the fundamental principles of Game Art. This quarter builds core artistic and technical skills through design theory, concept development, drawing, character design, and storyboarding.

You'll also dive into industry-standard software like Autodesk Maya, developing hands-on skills in modeling, texturing, and animation. Introductory training in photo editing gives you a solid grasp of both general and 3D-specific techniques. By the end of the quarter, you'll have a strong base for the advanced tools and workflows to come.
Quarter 2
This quarter deepens your skills across the foundational disciplines. You'll tackle more advanced projects in animation, modeling, and texturing, and start learning powerful tools such as Houdini, Mari, and Unreal Engine - all of which are key in game development.

You'll also explore the first of many AI-supported tools to streamline workflows and boost creativity. And although Demo Reel production starts later, this term lays the groundwork with initial concept development, storyboarding, and pre-planning to prepare you for what’s ahead.
Quarter 3
This is the quarter where your specialization begins to take shape. Whether you're drawn to character modeling, lighting, animation, or compositing, you'll refine your focus and sharpen your skills in your chosen area.

You'll level up with advanced production workflows, working across all tools and techniques introduced in earlier quarters. New topics like grooming (fur and hair simulation) are introduced here. While there’s no formal production yet, instructors begin preparing you for real-world studio expectations with more complex assignments and in-depth feedback.
Quarter 4
In this production-focused quarter, in addition to advanced lessons you'll contribute to a large-scale team project based on your specialization. This group project is led by a CG Supervisor from the industry, simulating a professional studio pipeline.

The experience mirrors the scope and structure of a real-world production and gives you a preview of the kind of collaboration required when creating a full Demo Reel. You'll leave this quarter with a high-level project under your belt - and the experience needed to tackle your personal reel next term.
Quarter 5
This term kicks off with one final production-scale project to solidify your readiness before Demo Reel work begins in full. Once that’s complete, the focus shifts to your individual Demo Reel, with full support from mentors who’ve worked on some of the biggest titles in the industry.

You'll refine your specialization, develop polished assets, and receive career coaching from an experienced industry recruiter, who will help you prepare for real studio environments, optimize your portfolio, and position yourself in a competitive job market.
Quarter 6
This is where your training becomes your calling card. You'll spend this final quarter building out your Demo Reel - whether that means modeling and texturing assets, rigging characters, animating, creating environments, lighting, compositing, or simulating effects.

Students work together in production-style pipelines while focusing on their individual strengths. You'll receive both 1:1 mentoring and group reviews from industry professionals matched to your specialization, ensuring your reel is aligned with current industry standards. By the end of this quarter, you won’t just be ready - you’ll be competitive.

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