Lesson 1
Session Overview
Coming August 2026.
- 7 minutes
- 1 Free Video
- 3DCoat
- Blender
- Adobe Photoshop
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Rethinking Prop Design
Marco Gorlei
Create richly detailed 3D props in less time with Marco Gorlei. In this focused two-hour Session, you’ll learn to create and apply custom stencils that transform simple blockouts into intricate designs, and receive Marco’s own stencils to get started.
Intermediate2h 2m17 Videos
-20%
$69
$55
Available August 03, 2026
Who says faster can't also be better?
Create richly detailed 3D props in less time with concept artist Marco Gorlei. In this focused two-hour Session, Marco reveals how he uses custom stencils to quickly transform simple 3D blockouts into intricate, compelling designs. You’ll learn how to create your own stencils, apply them to your models, and use historical research to give each design a believable foundation. The workflow can be adapted to virtually any 3D software, making it a versatile technique you can bring into projects of all kinds. Marco also includes his own custom stencils as a starter kit, so you can begin experimenting with the process right away.
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What you'll learn
A guided path through every stage of the course, broken down into focused lessons you can work through at your own pace.
Lesson 2
Rethinking Prop Design
Coming August 2026.
- 1h 55m
- 16 Videos
Course curriculum is subject to change. Final content and structure will be confirmed at launch.
Meet your instructor
Marco Gorlei
Marco Gorlei is a seasoned concept artist with over eight years in the film, gaming, and illustration industries. Specializing in realistic environment design, he has contributed to projects like Magic the Gathering, "Ghost in the Shell" (2017) and Paramount's "Halo" series. His experience includes roles at Atomhawk Design, Ubisoft Reflections, and People Can Fly.
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tons of workflow crap and programs i would have never thought of trying.... PEEP DATTT!!!1
beeple
Designer
My career as a concept artist started after taking these courses. Much of what I learned I applied to my portfolio and in a couple months ... I got my first job.
Elias Ravanetti
Concept Artist & Illustrator
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Freelance Concept Artist
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Course Lesson Plan
Here's a full list of all the videos in this course.
- 2 hours 2 minutesTotal Bundle Duration
- 17 VideosVideo Lectures in Bundle
Tools Used ?The tools listed below are used throughout the lectures of this course. Using alternatives is definitely possible depending on your proficiency, but we can only recommend using these listed softwares.
The tools listed below are used throughout the lectures of this course. Using alternatives is definitely possible depending on your proficiency, but we can only recommend using these listed softwares.
- 3DCoat
- Blender
- Adobe Photoshop
Lesson 1
Session Overview
Coming August 2026.
- 7 minutesTotal Lesson Duration
- 1 VideosVideo Lectures in this Lesson
Lesson 2
Rethinking Prop Design
Coming August 2026.
- 1h 55mTotal Lesson Duration
- 16 VideosVideo Lectures in this Lesson
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