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Work by Fiona Ng

Overview

Topics Covered

  • Advanced polygon modeling for complex assets
  • Surface quality, topology, and poly count optimization
  • Box modeling, sculpting, and resurfacing workflows
  • Complete multiple production-quality models
…and more

Course Format & Structure

  • Class Length: 10-week live online course with weekly 3-hour sessions
  • Instructor-led demonstrations and structured, project-based learning
  • Interactive virtual classroom with peer critique and discussion
  • Real-time Q&A and direct instructor feedback

Software/Technique

  • Autodesk Maya

Recommended Experience

Tuition

$1,650 +$25 enrollment fee (Pay-in-Full Option)

Or 3 monthly payments of
$575
+$25 enrollment fee

Total cost: $1,750 (includes $75 payment plan fee)

Payments are due monthly.
Enrollment fee is due with first payment installment.

Spring Term 2026

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James Schauf

Visual Development Artist

Day:
Sat
Time:
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Date:
Apr 11, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
Location:
Online
Info
Due to a regulation released by the U.S. Department of Education for higher education institutions, Gnomon's online course offerings are only available to residents of California and those residing outside of the United States.
Info
Individual courses are not vocational in nature, do not lead to a certificate/diploma, and are outside of institutional accreditation.

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