Pearson College London Blog

In Conversation with Christian Avigni

We caught up with Christian Avigni following his appointment as an authorised Unreal tutor.

Step into the light!

We're looking forward to hopefully welcoming our current and new students onto campus this September. Check out what Saint Walker, Deputy Dean of Escape Studios, has to say about it in this blog.

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Our Successful Alumni – Oscars 2021

We are proud to share that 40 Escapees worked on 2021 Oscar award winning and nominated films. Read on to find out what exciting projects they worked on.

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My experience so far studying a Game Art degree

Hear from second year student, Oriyarna, about her experience so far studying an undergraduate degree in Game Art!

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Creative Portfolio examples

If you’re in the process of creating a portfolio for your application to Escape Studios, take a look at some examples for inspiration!

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Escape Studios- Online Learning during COVID

The Government announced the Lockdown measures in March and, as an institution, we had to quickly adapt to this, ensuring that learning continued and assessments were not disrupted.

Top books to read before starting your Game Art degree

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Game Art Showcase: Sophia Ingledew

Check out this great work from one of our recent MA students Sophia Ingledew. This is footage from her final project for her Masters and features an Orcish blacksmith's forge

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Unreal Primer MPC

On Wednesday, Escape welcomed members of MPC for an introduction to Unreal Engine held by our Games Art Tutor Christian Avigni. This follows previous visits from Framestore and The Mill

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Annual Graduation

Last year we hosted our annual graduation and we saw our PG and UG students graduating. It was a very emotional ceremony, especially considering that we also reached an important

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Portfolio 'Tips and Tricks' for Game Art (Undergraduate)

Game Art is all about allowing students to understand the development assets for use in video games. Here's some tips and tricks for your Game Art portfolio.

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Escape Studios UCAS Application Tips

The deadline for UCAS applications are the 15th January 2020, but DON’T PANIC. We have listed some top tips below if you are considering Escape Studios.

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Epic buys Quixel

Epic Games in London today announced the acquisition of Quixel, creator of the world’s largest photogrammetry asset library and bundled toolset, with all Quixel Megascans becoming free for all use with Unreal Engine.

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EGX 2019

Our Escape Studios students got down to the ExCeL Center on 17th - 20th October to play major unreleased blockbuster games, hundreds of incredible indie games and also to do some networking at The UK's Biggest Gaming Event: EGX.

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7 essential skills for the creative industries

This blog will give you some of the skills that you might need in order to progress successfully into the creative industries.

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What to expect at an Escape Studios Open Day

Ever wondered what an Escape Studio Open Day is like? Read on for a step by step breakdown of the day.

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REEL TALK Live

Escape Studios were delighted to host REEL TALK LIVE with special guests from The Third Floor, Jellyfish Pictures and Creative Assembly!

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E-Sports Society Game Night

The E-Sports society just hosted their first event of the year; game night... Check it out!

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MA scholarship winners

It's scholarship season for our Master's courses here at Escape Studios and we are pleased to announce that our winners have been confirmed.

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My experience at an Escape Studios Taster Day

Take a look at my experience at an Escape Studios Taster Day and how coming to Escape Studios was the best decision I have ever made!

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Your first term at Escape Studios

Starting with us this September? Check out what your first term will look like!

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An Evening With...The Lion King Animator

Escape Studios was proud to welcome MPC lead animator El Suliman to Escape Studios last week to talk about his work on the Disney blockbuster The Lion King. Check it out...

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Things to do over summer ahead of my Escape Studios degree

Starting your degree with Escape Studios this September? Here's some top things to get involved with over the summer before you start.

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Top 10 showreel tips

A showreel is your first chance to show your work to recruiters and get your foot in the door for that all important final interview. Therefore, you need to make sure that your showreel is the best showcase of your talent that it can be. Here's our ten top tips for the perfect showreel.

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Top 10 soft skills for a Creative Interview

As part of Reel Talk Version 3, we are not only giving you tips and tricks for your showreel, but we're also giving you some tips to master your soft skills.