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Art Bootcamp

An elite training program where you study with top industry artists working in Concept Art and Illustration

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Who is this for?

Are you lacking strong art skills and a great portfolio?

 

Syn Studio's Art Bootcamp is designed to help aspiring concept artists and illustrators. By taking this program, you can :

 

  • Strengthen your fundamentals and improve your art skills
  • Get accepted into the elite diploma programs (such as the Syn Studio Concept Art Diploma Program)
  • Land an industry job and win lucrative art contracts!

 

Our students are some of the most committed and enthusiastic aspiring concept artists and illustrators from around the world.

 

More than 50% of our Art Bootcamp students are international (both onsite, arriving on a tourist visa, and online, learning from the comfort of their home).

 

Are you hungry to take your skills and portfolio to the next level? Let's see what the program features:

 

Features

Syn Studio's Art Bootcamp works to give you the fastest results through:

  • Accelerated Learning

    As an Art Bootcamp student, taking 5 classes per term, surrounded by the most passionate artists from around the world, you will see fast improvement in your art. This program is designed to give you solid art fundamentals and cutting edge professional skills. Immersed in this creative and productive environment, you will be challenged to push the limits of your skills. To further support your learning, you can rewatch the class videos or consult your instructor and fellow students for help in our exclusive community forums.

  • Master Coaching

    We'll take you to the next-level and beyond with master coaching and in-depth courses given by top industry artists. The industry is highly competitive. Think of anyone at the top of any highly competitive field; did they have master coaching? You bet they did!

  • Deep Practice

    Not all ways of practising leads to rapid improvement. Deep and focused practice is necessary to strengthen your fundamentals and gain mastery over the essential art skills you need to become a successful artist. The Art Bootcamp is specially designed to ensure that you're practising the right things, the right way and for the right amount of time so you can become a highly skilled artist as quickly as possible.

  • Other Industry Relevant Activities

    Students in the Art Bootcamp will have exclusive access to activities such as coaching sessions and art jams hosted by top concept artists and illustrators. These activities, conducted both online and onsite on a regular basis, will help you improve faster, make connections and learn how the industry works.

Curriculum Suggestions

A year at Syn Studio is divided in 4 terms : Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer. Each term has a duration of 10 weeks. Each Full Time student takes 5 courses per term.

You will find below typical class suggestions for different skill levels but you have the freedom to create your own curriculum by mixing and matching the available courses from different levels.

Where do I start ??

  • 01.

    Register for the program by selecting your term and clicking on the “Register Now” button in the Registration section below.

  • 02.

    After completing your registration process, we’ll send you a welcome email asking for a portfolio along with your CV and a letter of intent. You are simply required to demonstrate basic competence in drawing, show your passion for art and list your relevant experience and goals.

  • 03.

    Once your application is received, we will suggest the appropriate courses for you to start, depending on your level and preferences.

  • 04.

    If anything goes wrong on your end and you need to cancel or defer your application, no worries! Just let us know at least a week before the start of classes and all your fees will be fully refunded (minus a $50 registration fee).

Just one or two terms can make a huge difference to your skill level and portfolio!

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International Student Info

This program is composed of more than 50% international students (both onsite, arriving on a tourist visa, and online, learning from the comforts of their home). Montreal is a word-class student city with very affordable housing. Email us if you have questions.

What do our successful alumni have to say about the program?

  • "[The best memories were] meeting the teachers and staff of Syn Studio, the learning experience, sharing this with my classmates and the spirit of companionship that we had [...] I wanted to go to a school that had direct contact with the entertainment industry, especially the video game and film industries, and Montreal was offering just that. Budget was the second factor and I found that the exchange from Euro to Canadian Dollar was very convenient [... The Art Bootcamp] program was affordable so I decided to go study at Syn…"

    Raul Arbeloa Concept Artist and Syn Studio Concept Art Diploma Program Student Fall 2020

  • "I went to Syn Studio with the goals of meeting people, making contacts, pushing my work and getting feedback on it. Syn Studio did not disappoint. I met amazing professionals of the industry (which I never had in four years of University!) and motivated students. I made lots of good friends and met a teacher that eventually got me an Interview at WB games MontrĂ©al to work on my first AAA."

    Alex B. O'Dowd Concept Artist, WB Games

  • "I chose Syn Studio due to its location in the heart of Montreal. I was curious about moving here because of its bustling videogame and VFX industry. I had an amazing time here and I miss it everyday. I would call it the best 3 months of my life. I met some great teachers like Charles Vinh, Lincoln Hughes and Oleg Dergachov [...]. I also met a lot of fellow artists, many of whom I still keep in touch with despite living in different cities or working at different places."

    Stef Tastan Art Director, Thunder Lotus Games

  • "I didn't have a background in fine arts when I joined the school and I somehow managed to understand a great deal in very little time. The teachers are not just passionate about helping their students, they are also active in their industry and would even go as far as to teach their in-house pipeline. Suffice to say that I was blown away by them. In addition, nothing beats being in a classroom with like-minded people. I would not be where I am today without Syn Studio."

    Allan Michael Matudio Illustrator, Ubisoft

  • "I chose Syn for two main reasons: Syn is a great school with a big focus on Concept Art and because Canada is an amazing country. I've had very good memories at Syn with a lot of the amazing new friends that I've made there, but I think the best memory was finally creating my first portfolio. Before I did the Full Time Intensive program (now renamed to Art Bootcamp), I barely had anything to put in a portfolio and the classes at Syn really helped me get on track."

    Amanda Assumpção Concept Artist and Syn Studio Concept Art Diploma Student Fall 2019

  • "[... Syn Studio] has also given me the opportunity to study concept art and improve myself in a short period of time [...] The most important thing I learned while studying in Syn Studio is understanding how the concept art industry works and what kind of talent they’re looking for. This has helped me prepare for what might come and has allowed me to tailor my portfolio based on the companies I apply for."

    Elaine Wong Freelance Concept Artist

  • "I took a single class at the studio, Character Rendering with Fred Bennett. I was looking to learn how to paint digitally since it was not something I was very good at, and I wanted to work as a concept artist. I enjoyed Fred's class so much that I quit my job at the end of his ten-week course and decided to study full time, for six months, at the school. Haven’t looked back since. The friendships I made at the studio hold a special place for me. "

    Emmanuel Julian Madail Monzon Character Concept Artist, WB Games

  • "Syn [Studio] had many student activities as well as working spaces for homework completion. [..]there wasn't a course I didn't enjoy, however, Charles Vinh's tutelage and teaching methods were always extremely digestible and applicable; I'm deeply impressed by his wealth of experience in both art and as an instructor. The two terms I took prepared me with the skills, and portfolio that helped land my first job as a Junior Concept Artist. For this, I'm extremely grateful to my awesome teachers as well as the Syn Staff "

    Jason Yao Junior Concept Artist, FireSprite Games

  • "Overall I had a great experience at Syn Studio. I befriended fellow students, supportive teachers and talented industry professionals. I felt that I was consistently improving and felt confident that I was on the right path to break into the industry.[..] Receiving valuable feedback and industry advice, I was steered in the right direction towards having a solid portfolio. Having talented artists mentoring me throughout my time at Syn Studio was extremely valuable. This set the foundation for me to be best prepared for the industry."

    Wayne Huet Junior Concept Artist, Atomhawk

  • "I joined Syn Studio [..] not only for the quality and the diversity of the training, but also to have the opportunity to learn from great teachers, meet people, make contacts and to be honest my time at Syn Studio was an amazing experience. Teachers are so passionate and interesting, they gave me a lot of great advice, they taught me everything I needed to know to start in the industry[..]. I definitely recommend Syn Studio to anyone who wants to learn art or become a professional artist, you will not be disappointed."

    Thomas Boutinaud Illustrator, Wargaming

Schedule and Fees

WE ARE CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR

  • The Winter 2021 term, which runs from January 11th to March 21st
  • The Spring 2021 term, which runs from April 5th to June 13th
  • The Summer 2021 term, which runs from July 5th to September 12th
  • The Fall 2021 term, which runs from September 27th to December 5th

Please note that places are limited. Apply now to reserve your space for the next term. We work on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you act too late, you will have to wait.

The fee for a 1 term registration is $1749 USD and the fee for a 2 term registration is $3299 USD. Payment plans are available - please email [email protected] for more information.

All prices are in US dollars. This price does not include art materials, hardware or software.

 

*You may be eligible to use the Canada Training credit to reduce the cost of the Art Bootcamp. Click HERE to find out more.

Registration

Spaces are limited and registration works on a first-come-first serve basis.

See 'Where Do I Start?' for more info.

Choose your term

*All Prices Shown are in US Dollars

Speak to an advisor

Feel free to send us an email at [email protected] or give us a call at 514-998-7625
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