Gnomon School of Visual Effects

Gnomon School of Visual Effects is a trade school based in Los Angeles, California that teaches the techniques of 3D Computer Graphics and Visual effects, primarily using the program Maya. Founded in 1997 by Alex Alvarez, the program features many industry professionals as instructors.

External links

* [http://www.gnomonschool.com/ Gnomon School website]

The Gnomon School Of Visual Effects specializes in training for Careers in high-end computer graphics for the entertainment industries.

The Gnomon School currently offers several diverse programs to meet the need of students and professionals alike.

Gnomon School of Visual Effects is an innovative training facility that stresses the importance of creativity in computer graphics. We believe, that while technology offers new tools to create your visions, it is our ultimate goal to allow you to interact transparently with the software.

At Gnomon, we know that it is not the technology that drives results, but the artist. Therefore, our instructors are industry professionals with traditional backgrounds who started using the technology to bring their imaginations to life.More About Gnomon

High_End CG Certificate Program.http://www.gnomonschool.com/programs/cg_certificate.php

The High-End computer graphics program is designed to produce well rounded artist versed in the digital and traditional skills and techniques necessary to succeed in the fields of high end digital visual effects animation game development and visualization.

Instituted in July of 1998, this program is the first of its kind for the 3D computer graphics industry. The unique structure of this program combined with the industry experience of the instructors provide High-End CG students a focused, in-depth education.

Prime candidates for the High-End CG Program are individuals who:

* Have a traditional art background * Are very serious about a career as a digital artist in the entertainment industries * Are able to commit to an intensive full-time program * Have means to finance their education, either through personal funding or student loans

Professional Studies Programhttp://www.gnomonschool.com/programs/professional_studies.php

Mix and match courses to meet your career goals. We specialize in supplying students, professionals, and production studios with the skills they need to succeed in the animation and effects for film, television and game industries.

Gnomon was founded as a professional training center for students looking to advance their studies within the visual effects industry. We have developed a curriculum that contains all of the techniques and tools necessary for today's artist to succeed in the increasingly competitive world of digital production. All of our classes are open to individuals with the necessary background or prerequisites.

Ideal candidates for the professional classes are individuals who:

* Are considering a career in effects, animation, game developmet or high-end visualization * Want to take classes at Gnomon School of Visual Effects, but do not need all of the courses required in the High-End CG Program * Are working professionals who need to learn specific skills * Want a career change but only have a limited amount of time to attend school * Already know another software package and only need to learn Maya, Shake, or another program covered in our courses * Are knowledgable digital artists wishing to improve their traditional or digital skills.

Maya Fast Track Program http://www.gnomonschool.com/programs/maya_fast_track.php

Based on the time-tested curriculum of Gnomon School of Visual Effects, this course will provide a thorough introduction to the premiere 3D program being used in high-end production.

Based on the time-tested curriculum of Gnomon School of Visual Effects, this course will provide a thorough introduction to the premiere 3D program being used in high-end production.

Ideal candidates for the Maya Fast Track Program are individuals who:

* Already know another 3D program * Would like to learn the most they can in the least amount of time * Need to become proficient in Maya quickly * Are NOT looking to put together a demo reel while they attend the program * May not live in the Los Angeles area

Gnomon Onlinehttp://www.gnomonschool.com/programs/gnomon_online.php

Gnomon Online is designed to provide the same innovative training and experienced instructors as Gnomon School with the added convenience of learning from home.

Gnomon Online was conceived in response to the increasing Professional Studies student population. It is designed to provide the same innovative training and experienced instructors as Gnomon School with the added convenience of learning from home. The ideal candidates for Gnomon Online are individuals who are interested in High-End training... Anywhere... Anytime.Program Specifics

* All instructors have extensive production experience and teach in their area of expertise * Curriculum and projects are geared toward providing students real-world experience * Weekly homework or final projects are assigned in every class * Industry professionals offer weekly video based critiques