ARTG 1313D Game Art Production
Studio course in which students learn the highly technical and fundamental skills in the production of 3D art assets for video games. Covers the essential steps in the 3D art pipeline, starting with basic 3D modeling, UV unwrapping, the creation of texture maps, and finally, game engine implementation. Focuses on developing an understanding of the processes and creative thinking necessary to produce industry-level artwork rather than specific software. Students provided with video lectures and demos, and students can expect to produce weekly assignments to practice basic skills and concepts covered.
Prerequisite(s): ARTG 10 and one of the following courses ARTG 20 or ARTG 25 or ARTG 30.
- All students - Email your proof of prerequisite material to the instructor for approval to enroll - Ed Gregor, egregor@ucsc.edu.
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When it runs
Fall 2026Open Fall 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Studio | TBA | Online | E. J. Gregor | Wait List 60/60 |
Summer 2026Open Summer 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Studio | TBA | Online | E. J. Gregor | Open 34/60 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ed Gregor | 5.0 / 5 | 3.0 / 5 | 100% | 5 |
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