The Art of Firewatch
Explore the artistic challenges of transforming 2D graphics into an immersive 3D world in Firewatch, as discussed by Campo Santo's Jane Ng at GDC 2015.
Killer Portfolio or Portfolio Killer - Advice from Industry Artists
Industry artists share insights on creating standout portfolios, avoiding common mistakes, and capturing art directors' attention with real-world examples and practical advice.
Fast, Cheap and Flashy - An Indie Art Direction Adventure
Explore the visual design process for Tooth and Tail, learning indie art direction techniques that are fast, cost-effective, and visually striking from Chickadee Games' Adam DeGrandis.
A No-Nonsense Approach to Designing Horizon Zero Dawn's Robot Dinosaurs
Explore the visual design process behind Horizon Zero Dawn's iconic robotic dinosaurs in this insightful talk by Guerrilla Games' art director.
Skill-Building Series - Pixel Art and Animation in the Hi-Bit Age
Explore techniques and best practices for pixel art and animation in modern games, including innovative tools and contemporary applications of this classic art style.
The Distributed Art Direction of Edith Finch
Explore the collaborative art direction process behind "What Remains of Edith Finch" and learn how Giant Sparrow managed diverse creative visions to craft the game's unique visual style.
Art Direct for 100 MPH - Balancing Visuals with Performance for Forza Motorsport
Explore the art direction challenges in creating high-speed racing visuals while maintaining optimal performance. Learn techniques for balancing stunning graphics with smooth gameplay in Forza Motorsport.
Void Bastards' Art Style Origin Story
Explore the influences and evolution of Void Bastards' unique art style, from concept to final product, in this insightful breakdown by Blue Manchu's Ben Lee.
Art Direction - Escaping Your Comfort Zone
Ubisoft's Liam Wong shares insights on pushing boundaries, building confidence, and thriving in challenging situations through his experiences in video game art direction and photography.
The Art of FAITH - Horror at 192x160 Pixels
Explore the artistic decisions behind FAITH's unique 192x160 pixel horror aesthetic. Learn how limitations can foster creativity and enhance atmospheric storytelling in game design.
The Elementary Particles
Explore visual effects design fundamentals and their application in game development, featuring insights from Arkane Studios' artist on adapting techniques across different projects.
DataInk - Direct and Creative Data-Oriented Drawing
DataInk: A novel system for creating expressive data visualizations through direct pen and touch input, bridging the gap between automated tools and manual sketching for flexible, creative data representation.
Reverse Engineering and Exploiting Font Rasterizers - The OpenType Saga
Explore critical vulnerabilities in OpenType font handling across popular software, revealing potential for arbitrary code execution and bypassing exploit mitigations. Learn about reverse-engineering techniques and in-depth vulnerability analysis.
The Art of Rebranding
Explore the impact of logos and branding on identities, from corporate rebranding to personal symbols. Discover how these visual elements shape our lives and influence perceptions in various contexts.
The Hilarious Art of Book Design
Explore the witty world of book cover design with Chip Kidd as he reveals the creative process behind his iconic work, blending humor and deep artistic insight.
How Great Design Makes Ideas New
Legendary graphic designer explores the essence of compelling posters, breaking down ideas to make them new, inspired by a painting and delving into the art of visual communication.
Design for Developers
Discover essential design principles for web developers, covering color theory, typography, layout, and user research. Learn to create communicative visuals and validate design decisions.
White-Hat Attention Jacking for Accessibility, Fun and Profit
Explore psychological principles and design techniques to capture and maintain user attention, enhancing accessibility and user experience for diverse audiences, including those with cognitive challenges.
Visualizing Cloud Systems
Explore effective visualization techniques for cloud-native systems, focusing on microservices and serverless patterns. Learn to design and implement solutions using visual grammars and dimensionality reduction.
Design for Developers
Discover essential design and UX principles for web developers. Learn to apply color, typography, and layout effectively, conduct user research, and create communicative web visuals to enhance your development skills.
Becoming Who You're Meant to Be
Illustrator Beck Feiner shares her journey of self-discovery, discussing how she found her purpose through creating art that promotes social harmony, diversity, and engages children in learning about Australian culture.