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Master Color and Lighting for Visual Storytelling

 

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Unlock the Secrets of Color and Lighting.

Learn the fundamentals of color, light, and shadow to effectively communicate your ideas and enhance your visual storytelling skills.

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Core Fundamentals: Build a strong base by mastering composition, light, and form—plus learn color theory and digital painting techniques used by the pros.

Advanced Techniques: Create cinematic environments, dynamic characters, and scenes while developing a studio-level workflow for film, games, and publishing.

Professional Workflows: Speed up your creative process with efficient industry methods—and craft a standout portfolio designed to catch the eye of studios and clients.

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UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVE POTENTIAL.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, Lumina Visual Arts Academy provides a clear roadmap to artistic growth. No guesswork—just structured progression, real-world techniques, and industry-proven workflows.

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 🎨 Core Fundamentals: Build a strong base by mastering composition, light, and form—plus learn color theory and digital painting techniques used by the pros.

🚀 Advanced Techniques: Create cinematic environments, dynamic characters, and detailed sci-fi scenes, while developing a studio-level workflow for film, games, and publishing.

🛠️ Professional Workflows: Speed up your creative process with efficient industry methods—and craft a standout portfolio designed to catch the eye of studios and clients.

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LIVE CLASS

$800.00

4 weekly payments of $200.00

 
Learn how to use color, lighting, and value to enhance clarity and visual impact in your images.

  • 8-week live, instructor-led class

  • Step-by-step lessons focused on color, lighting, and visual storytelling

  • Guided assignments designed for real skill development

  • Real-time feedback during sessions

  • Lifetime Access to course recordings

  • Best for: Artists who want to improve their lighting, color control, and image readability with clear guidance and structure.

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Student Showcase

Check out the amazing work completed by our students! 

Joanne Tang
  • Visual Development Artist and Graduate from the Academy of
    Art University.
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Joseph Kim
  • Concept Artist and MFA Graduate Student from the Academy of
    Art University. 
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Student Showcase

Check out the amazing work completed by our students! 

Joanne Tang
  • Visual Development Artist and Graduate from the Academy of Art University.
View Portfolio
Joseph Kim
  • Concept Artist and MFA Graduate Student from the Academy of Art University. 
View Portfolio

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR 

With nearly a decade of experience in film, games, and entertainment, Temarius Walker is a concept artist at CyberConnect2, contributing to projects such as .hack//Zero and more. He has also worked with Wizards of the Coast on Magic: The Gathering and other titles.

In addition to his industry work, Temarius has taught courses and led workshops at the Academy of Art University, focusing on world-building, cinematic storytelling, and digital painting. His teaching brings real-world production insight into every lesson, helping artists develop the skills needed to create at a professional level.

MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR 

With nearly a decade of experience in the film, gaming, and entertainment industries, Temarius Walker has worked with iconic brands like Apple Inc., 2K Games, and MZ to help build new worlds and original IP. He has also taught classes and led workshops in the School of Game Development, sharing his expertise in world-building, cinematic storytelling, and digital painting. Temarius brings real-world industry insights into every lesson, empowering the next generation of creators with tools to solve any creation problem.