#concept-art

#concept-art

"I think it's probably one of the least understood jobs," Paul Scott Canavan says of concept art for video games. He has worn a number of hats in his career as a creative director, art director and artist, but has always been hands-on with concept art, including 2023's narrative-based adventure A Highland Song. "Concept art encapsulates a whole lot of stuff. It's like the broadest range of art styles that you can do as an artist," he says.

In this month's ImagineFX we bring back our much loved Sketchbook special, with a huge range of sketches, doodles and work in progress art from pro artists. We have over 500 epic sketches from around the world, covering everything from cute creatures, to mechs and vehicles to fantasy landscapes. Read on below to see all the major articles waiting for you this month. Get yours now!

"The background mech was an unusual decision for me, but I feel as though it gives a nice sense of scale compared to the main characters."

"I imagine her favourite food would be cherries."

Creating characterful machines in concept art is essential for enhancing the storytelling of a game or movie, allowing designs to convey deeper worldbuilding.