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Creative Bloq
Creative Bloq
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Tanya Combrinck

Why talent alone isn't enough to make it as a concept artist for movies

Concept art for a movie showing a masked superhero figure.

The work of a concept artist in the film industry goes well beyond the dreaming up of fantastical creatures, machines, costumes and environments: at heart, you’re a storyteller and a problem-solver. This is why many working in the field say that artistic talent alone isn't enough to succeed.

What's it really like and how can you become a concept artist for the movie industry? I spoke to five pros to find out (for a more general perspective, see our feature on what is concept art?)

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