Art Realm Con 2026 28→29 08 Varna

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Lectures by professionals from the game & film industries, with over 15 years of experience on some of the world’s most high-profile projects.

Portfolio Reviews ↓

A chance to get personalized advice and direction on enhancing your skills, applying for positions, and attracting new clients

Live demonstrations will reveal the working process, thought patterns, and valuable techniques used by professional artists.

↑ Watch Live Demos

Networking Event ↓

Access to an exclusive event following the lectures. Network with artists and enjoy quality time with the speakers.

Discussion Panel ↓

In-depth conversations and interviews with industry professionals and community leaders. Be part of great topic discussions.

A dedicated space where you can paint, model, experience virtual reality, and explore the booths.

↑ Place for ART

Program

Gameloft Lecture Hall / Day 1

09:00 – 09:45

Doors Open & Registration

09:45 – 10:00

Official Opening Ceremony

10:00 – 10:50

Viktor Kalvachev

“Common problems artists face every day and how to solve them”

11:00 – 11:50

Mariia Bulgakova

“Being an Artist in the age of AI”

12:00 – 12:50

Julian Jordanov

“60 Shades of Graphics”

12:50 – 14:10

Lunch & Coffee Break

Enjoy a 20% discount on the menu at Seacrets Bar & Restaurant.

14:10 – 15:00

Detelin Chukov

Ivelin Trifonov

Gameloft Sofia

 

“Art Challenges in Mobile Games”

15:10 – 16:00

Pedro
Blanco

“The Concept Artist Advantage: The power of the design process”

16:10 – 17:00

Panel Discussion:

“Beyond Inspiration: What Keeps Us Creating?”

What keeps us creating when inspiration fades? Join artists from different creative fields for an open conversation about the ideas, habits, challenges, and experiences that shape the creative process. Together, we’ll explore where inspiration comes from, how we overcome creative blocks, and what motivates us to keep making, experimenting, and growing.

This is not just a panel discussion—it’s an invitation to join the conversation. We encourage the audience to share their own perspectives, ask questions, and take part in an honest exchange about what creativity means to each of us.

Gameloft Lecture Hall / Day 2

10:00 – 10:50

Alexander Gorbatyuk

Dragonfly Studio

 

“Being a producer. What I’ve learned so far“

11:00 – 11:50

Magdalina Dianova

“Storytelling in character design”

12:00 – 12:50

Martin Punchev

VertexBee

Peter Gatchev

CgZen

 

“The Business of Being Creative”

 

“Insights on Getting Hired as an Environment Artist”

12:50 – 14:10

Lunch & Coffee Break

Enjoy a 20% discount on the menu at Seacrets Bar & Restaurant.

14:10 – 15:00

Dobromir Dyankov

“Structure & Soul: Navigating the Technical and Creative in 3D”

15:10 – 16:00

Svetlin Velinov

“Art, Life, and Creative Longevity”

16:10 – 17:00

Alyssa Zárate

Albert Szostkiewicz

The VFX Mentor

 

“From Passion to Profession and Beyond”

“Leading Without Fear: The Reality of VFX Production“

Live Demo Hall / Day 1

10:30 – 11:30

Yumi Batgerel

Live Demo

11:40 – 12:40

Boyan Kazalov

Live Demo

12:50 – 14:10

Lunch & Coffee Break

14:10 – 16:10

Portfolio Reviews

You have the opportunity to sign up for a portfolio review and receive personalized advice from some of the most experienced names in the industry. They will guide you on how to improve your skills, apply for jobs, and find new clients.

Registration will take place onsite at the entrance to Hall 3. With the purchase of your ticket, during the two festival days, you are entitled to sign up for only one review session. If you do not show up at your reserved time, your spot will be released.

Prepare your portfolio and bring it with you on a laptop, tablet, paper, or any other format.

Each session will last 12 minutes.

The artists you can choose from include: Magdalina Dianova, Martin Punchev (VertexBee), Lyubomira Petrova (VertexBee), Peter Gatchev (CgZen), Alyssa Zárate (The VFX Mentor), Albert Szostkiewicz (The VFX Mentor), Eddie Bennun. 

Spaces are limited! Please choose carefully.

Live Demo Hall / Day 2

10:30 – 11:30

Stefan Atanasov

Live Demo

11:40 – 12:40

Eddie Bennun

Live Portfolio Paintover 

12:50 – 14:10

Lunch & Coffee Break

14:10 – 16:10

Portfolio Reviews

You have the opportunity to sign up for a portfolio review and receive personalized advice from some of the most experienced names in the industry. They will guide you on how to improve your skills, apply for jobs, and find new clients.

Registration will take place onsite at the entrance to Hall 3. With the purchase of your ticket, during the two festival days, you are entitled to sign up for only one review session. If you do not show up at your reserved time, your spot will be released.

Prepare your portfolio and bring it with you on a laptop, tablet, paper, or any other format.

Each session will last 12 minutes.

The artists you can choose from include: Detelin Chukov (Gameloft Sofia), Ivelin Trendafilov (Gameloft Sofia), Pedro Blanco, Martin Punchev (VertexBee), Lyubomira Petrova (VertexBee), Peter Gatchev (CgZen), Boyan Kazalov.

Spaces are limited! Please choose carefully.

Creative Space Hall

A specially prepared space just for you, where you can indulge your muse by painting and sculpting with materials provided by the organizer!

And why not try virtual reality (VR) and create art there as well?

Plus, you’ll have the chance to enjoy the exhibition in this hall or simply relax for a while!

Private Networking Event

Private party at the beach area of Seacrets bar/restaurant. Come meet the speakers, colleagues, and fellow artists.

Enjoy a 20% discount on the entire menu. Use your lecture badge for free entry.

ARC 2026 Speakers

Art Realm Con 2026 brings together global leaders in the industry — artists and visionaries with extensive experience and large-scale international projects.

We have prepared a special selection of speakers who don’t just work in their fields — they shape them, transform them, and inspire others.

Svetlin
Velinov

Concept artist & Illustrator

Boyan
Kazalov

Illustrator & Character designer

Alyssa
Zárate

Creative Operations and Strategy Leader

Albert Szostkiewicz

Creative Operations Leader

Magdalina Dianova

Illustrator & Character Designer

Martin
Punchev

Art Director

Petеr
Gatchev

3D Environment Artist

Stefan Atanasov

Concept artist & Illustrator

Eddie
Bennun

Art Director

Yumi
Batgerel

3D Character Artist

Dobromir Dyankov

Technical Director

Julian
Jordanov

Graphic artist

Alexander Gorbatyuk

Art Producer

Viktor Kalvachev

Art Director

Mariia Bulgakova

Art Lead and Concept Artist

Pedro
Blanco

Senior Concept Artist

Detelin
Chukov

Art Director

Ivelin
Trifonov

Art Director

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