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Lighting and perspectiveLaajuus (5 cr)

Course unit code: GA00FS48

General information


Credits
5 cr
Teaching language
English
Institution
Peppi

Objective

• You understand the principles and properties of light and shadow.
• You learn to distinguish between different kinds of lights.
• You understand how to manipulate light to achieve the correct light and shadow conditions.
• You are able to use lighting to guide, focus attention and enhance atmosphere.
• You can utilise perspective techniques to create the desired outcome.
• You learn the principles of composition and use them as a basis for your design.
• You develop the ability to integrate lighting, perspective, and composition cohesively to strengthen the visual impact and storytelling of your work.

Content

• What are the different types of light sources, and how do they affect a scene?
• How do you use lighting to create mood, focus, and storytelling in game art?
• What are the rules of perspective?
• How do you simulate realistic lighting and shadows in digital environments?

Evaluation

Students can
– use professional vocabulary systematically. 
– identify interrelated tasks. 
– use the key models, methods, software and techniques of the professional field. 
– work as team members in a goal-oriented way. 

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