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CONCEPTCORE ACADEMY

From September to May, each year. If you have any questions, reach out to info@conceptcore.co

PRACTICAL INFO

PRACTICAL INFO

Everything You Need to Know

Everything You Need to Know

LOCATION (UPDATE SOON WITH ACTUAL LOCATION ! )

Paris region, France. All on-site sessions take place at our studio — built and equipped specifically for concept art production.

LOCATION (UPDATE SOON WITH ACTUAL LOCATION ! )

Paris region, France. All on-site sessions take place at our studio — built and equipped specifically for concept art production.

TEACHING HOURS

1,100+ hours of direct contact per year, taught by industry veterans who are also expert educators.

TEACHING HOURS

1,100+ hours of direct contact per year, taught by industry veterans who are also expert educators.

SCHEDULE

September through May, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. A full studio day, every day.

SCHEDULE

September through May, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. A full studio day, every day.

LANGUAGE

Designed for a global community of artists, all ConceptCore courses are taught in English.

LANGUAGE

Designed for a global community of artists, all ConceptCore courses are taught in English.

FORMAT

Choose the format that fits your life, on-site, hybrid, or fully remote, without compromising the quality of your training.

FORMAT

Choose the format that fits your life, on-site, hybrid, or fully remote, without compromising the quality of your training.

EFFECTIVE RATE

As low as 13€ per hour of mentorship. Unmatched value for this level of industry access and personalized guidance.

EFFECTIVE RATE

As low as 13€ per hour of mentorship. Unmatched value for this level of industry access and personalized guidance.

EQUIPMENT

Professional workstations and drawing tablets available to all on-site students. High-end GPUs, industry-standard specs. Everything you need, included.

EQUIPMENT

Professional workstations and drawing tablets available to all on-site students. High-end GPUs, industry-standard specs. Everything you need, included.

TUITION & PAYMENT

TUITION & PAYMENT

Transparent Pricing, Flexible Options

Transparent Pricing, Flexible Options

OUR DREAM TEAM
OUR DREAM TEAM
AAA - LEARN FROM THE BEST
AAA - LEARN FROM THE BEST

Year 1 — The Foundation

Study to Concept

Study to Concept

$13,398

Year 2 — The Development

Tools & Process

Tools & Process

$17,475

Year 3 — The Production

Becoming a Professional

Becoming a Professional

$17,475

Payments options

Payments options

Annual

Single payment — full year (Discount)

Quarterly

3 instalments — Sept, Dec, Mar

Monthly

10 instalments over the school year

No hidden fees. Tuition covers all admin costs, full access to professional workstations, GPU rigs, drawing tablets and all software licences including Adobe. A 20% deposit secures your place after admission — deducted from your first payment.

COST OF LIVING

COST OF LIVING

Your Life in Paris, Budgeted

Your Life in Paris, Budgeted

HOUSING

Budget between 600 and 1,000€ per month for accommodation. Private student studios and shared apartments are both widely available in the Paris region. We connect you with trusted housing partners from day one.

HOUSING

Budget between 600 and 1,000€ per month for accommodation. Private student studios and shared apartments are both widely available in the Paris region. We connect you with trusted housing partners from day one.

HOUSING

Budget between 600 and 1,000€ per month for accommodation. Private student studios and shared apartments are both widely available in the Paris region. We connect you with trusted housing partners from day one.

TRANSPORT

A monthly Navigo pass covers all public transport across the Paris region for around 38€. Students under 26 qualify for the Imagine R pass at a significantly reduced rate.

TRANSPORT

A monthly Navigo pass covers all public transport across the Paris region for around 38€. Students under 26 qualify for the Imagine R pass at a significantly reduced rate.

TRANSPORT

A monthly Navigo pass covers all public transport across the Paris region for around 38€. Students under 26 qualify for the Imagine R pass at a significantly reduced rate.

LIVING EXPENSES

Day-to-day costs, groceries, dining and essentials, average 300 to 400€ per month. Paris is an international city with options for every budget.

LIVING EXPENSES

Day-to-day costs, groceries, dining and essentials, average 300 to 400€ per month. Paris is an international city with options for every budget.

LIVING EXPENSES

Day-to-day costs, groceries, dining and essentials, average 300 to 400€ per month. Paris is an international city with options for every budget.

HEALTHCARE

French social security is free and mandatory for all students, including international students, and covers up to 70% of medical costs. We recommend adding a mutuelle top-up for around 30€ per month for full coverage.

HEALTHCARE

French social security is free and mandatory for all students, including international students, and covers up to 70% of medical costs. We recommend adding a mutuelle top-up for around 30€ per month for full coverage.

HEALTHCARE

French social security is free and mandatory for all students, including international students, and covers up to 70% of medical costs. We recommend adding a mutuelle top-up for around 30€ per month for full coverage.

Government housing aid (APL) — 150 to 250€/month paid directly by the French state. Available to international students. We guide you through the application process at enrollment.

GAMIFIED PROGRESSION

Your Skills, Tracked in Real Time

DIAGNOSTIC

Skill matrix

DIAGNOSTIC

Skill matrix

SCHOOL LIFE

SCHOOL LIFE

This is not a classroom. It is a studio. From day one, you work at the rhythm of the industry — with real deadlines, real briefs and real feedback from professionals who are still active in the field.

STUDIO PACE

Every 1–2 weeks

The Specialist Instructor

A new ultra-specialist arrives on-site. Not a generalist teacher — an active professional deployed to teach their specific superpower. Hard surface mechanics one week, cinematic lighting the next, creature anatomy the week after.

Rotating — Weekly

Every Monday & Friday

The Mentor Bridge

While guest instructors rotate, your support system stays constant. Lead mentors are on-site every Monday and Friday — connecting the dots between modules, correcting patterns and making sure nothing gets lost between sessions.

Permanent — Full Journey

LIFE OUTSIDE THE STUDIO

01

Core Sync

Exclusive evening events in Paris. Artists and recruiters from the best local studios — talks, networking, industry access before you graduate. Who said Fortiche?

02

Film Nights

Cinema evenings dedicated to analyzing masterworks of cinematography, lighting and visual storytelling. Not passive watching — active deconstruction.

03

Game Breakdowns

When a major title drops, we run analysis weekends. We play, then we dissect — art direction, design mechanics, visual choices. Current standards, decoded.

YOUR CITY IS YOUR LIBRARY

XVIII

Centuries of Architecture

Gothic cathedrals, Haussmann buildings, contemporary landmarks. Every street and every light condition is a daily visual reference you can't get anywhere else.

FREE

Museum Access

Students under 26 with EU residency get free access to the Louvre, Musée d'Orsay and Musée de l'Évolution. Your personal library, open any time.

Louvre · Orsay · Évolution

EU#1

Artist Community

One of Europe's highest concentrations of concept artists and game studios. Weekly plein air groups, drink-and-draw sessions and pro events — your network starts here.

Questions & Answers

Emilie offers 1-on-1 sessions focused on:

What is ConceptCore?

ConceptCore is a new way to learn concept art. We’re building the pillar of concept art education, bringing together the best artists in the world and the entire community. You’ll find something at every level and price point: free content, short online courses, deep-dive mentorships, and full academy programs.

Who is ConceptCore for?


ConceptCore is for ambitious concept artists at any stage from beginner to professional, as long as your goal is to work in the entertainment industry (games, VFX, film). If you’re tired of hobbyist tutorials and want training that treats you like a future pro, you’re our people. Our students typically aim to build a studio-ready portfolio and land roles in concept art, visual development, or illustration for production. Whether you’re self-taught and need structure, a student fresh out of school, or even a junior artist looking to level up, you’ll fit in as long as you’re serious about improving.

What is ConceptCore?

ConceptCore is a new way to learn concept art. We’re building the pillar of concept art education, bringing together the best artists in the world and the entire community. You’ll find something at every level and price point: free content, short online courses, deep-dive mentorships, and full academy programs.

Who is ConceptCore for?


ConceptCore is for ambitious concept artists at any stage from beginner to professional, as long as your goal is to work in the entertainment industry (games, VFX, film). If you’re tired of hobbyist tutorials and want training that treats you like a future pro, you’re our people. Our students typically aim to build a studio-ready portfolio and land roles in concept art, visual development, or illustration for production. Whether you’re self-taught and need structure, a student fresh out of school, or even a junior artist looking to level up, you’ll fit in as long as you’re serious about improving.

What is ConceptCore?

ConceptCore is a new way to learn concept art. We’re building the pillar of concept art education, bringing together the best artists in the world and the entire community. You’ll find something at every level and price point: free content, short online courses, deep-dive mentorships, and full academy programs.

Who is ConceptCore for?


ConceptCore is for ambitious concept artists at any stage from beginner to professional, as long as your goal is to work in the entertainment industry (games, VFX, film). If you’re tired of hobbyist tutorials and want training that treats you like a future pro, you’re our people. Our students typically aim to build a studio-ready portfolio and land roles in concept art, visual development, or illustration for production. Whether you’re self-taught and need structure, a student fresh out of school, or even a junior artist looking to level up, you’ll fit in as long as you’re serious about improving.

YOUR SEAT IS WAITING

YOUR SEAT IS WAITING

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. The earlier you apply, the better your chances of securing a place before the cohort is full.

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Apply Now

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Schedule a Call with Our Founder

Schedule a Call with Our Founder

Schedule a Call with Our Founder