CONCEPT ART
| TURNING IDEAS INTO WORLDS PLAYERS NEVER FORGET.
WHY THIS MATTERS
Before production begins, we align the entire team on a shared vision of the world we’re building. Our concept art is the first playtest, the first moment everyone can see what the game could feel like — and it becomes the creative fuel that drives the project forward.
OUR PRINCIPLES
EVERY ELEMENT WITH PURPOSE Props, characters, and environments are designed to guide the player’s eye, tell stories, and drive gameplay forward. SPEED + DIRECTION Moodboards, sketches, and blockouts happen fast, so we find the strongest direction before anyone wastes production time. CLEAR COLLABORATION Every deliverable includes callouts, material notes, and references so builders know exactly what to make. TEST EARLY, FAIL CHEAP We block out in Blender or Unreal, letting us test layout and player flow long before assets are final. CONSISTENCY AT SCALE Style guides, color keys, and documentation keep every asset in sync with the bigger picture.
2D OR 3D?
We work with both 2D and 3D concept art, choosing the approach based on project needs. 3D Concepts – Ideal for large, complex environments, cities, or spaces where scale and perspective are critical. Using a blockout as a base ensures gameplay readability and can double as an early playtest space. 2D Concepts – Perfect for early exploration, quick ideas, and defining mood before committing to full production.
3dworkflows • 2Dworkflows • conceptart • environmentart
Collect inspiration and create quick sketches to explore layout and atmosphere.
Incorporate feedback, refine layouts, and adjust flow until the environment feels right.
Render key angles to use as paintover foundations.
Add props, foliage, architecture, and storytelling elements — this is where the world comes alive.
WHY THIS WORKS?
Explore multiple lighting setups and mood options (day/night, atmospheric effects) to find the strongest direction.
FINAL COLORED CONCEPT
Deliver a polished, high-resolution concept with color, material hints, effects, and clear callouts for production.
Collect inspiration and create quick thumbnail sketches to explore layout and atmosphere.
Produce three to four composition sketches, choose the strongest, and add back/side views for clarity.
Finalize clean line art and grayscale shading to define depth.
Explore palette options to find the ideal mood.
Provide a high-resolution concept with material notes and production-ready clarity.
Establish strong shape language and personality through quick silhouettes and poses.
Test multiple hairstyles, outfits, accessories, and props to find the best design.
Present front, back, and side views with consistent prop details.
Apply color palettes and label materials clearly for production teams.
Deliver a comprehensive reference sheet with expressions, props, and material swatches.
WHY THIS WORKS?
By the time production starts, there are no surprises — only excitement.
Our process saves hours of iteration, keeps scope under control, and ensures every asset serves the player’s experience.
| DISTORTED ISN’T JUST MAKING CONCEPT ART — WE’RE BUILDING WORLDS THAT WILL OUTLIVE TRENDS.
