Art Realm Con brought together some of the leading professionals in the game and film industry with over 15 years of experience, working on some of the largest projects in the world.
Participants had the opportunity to join inspiring lectures, gain valuable practical experience and get up close and personal with the real creative process. During the event, they spent time with the speakers, observed their work process, their way of thinking and learned useful techniques and professional tricks.
The event became a space for knowledge, inspiration and direct contact with world-class experts.
Diana
Naneva
Mark
Molnar
Peter
Lazarov
Alfonso de la Torre
Pablo
Carpio
Spiridon Giannakis
Nikolay
Stanev
Miro
Petrov
Oleksandra Fastovets
Darek
Zabrocki
Pauline
Voß
Eddie
Bennun
Lubo
Sergeev
Michal
Kus
9:00
Doors open and registration
9:30 - 10:00
Official opening ceremony of the first edition of the international arts festival Art Realm Con
10:00 - 10:50
Diana Naneva
Illustrator
"Staying true as an artist during personal and global crisis"
11:00 - 11:50
Mark Molnar
Art Director / Concept Artist
"How to get through any project?"
12:00 - 12:50
Peter Lazarov
Traditional Woodengraver & Printmaker
"Wood engraving: out of sight out of mind"
12:50 - 14:10 Lunch & Coffee
Especially for you
Enjoy a 20% discount on the menu at Seacrets bar/restaurant. Don’t forget to grab your free coffee from Avantage store (opposite Hotel Cherno More)!
14:10 - 15:00
Alfonso de la Torre
Art Director / Concept Designer
"Creature design with Alfonso"
15:10 - 16:00
Pablo Carpio
Concept Artist
"Still drawing in the world of impostors, algorithms & other monsters"
16:10 - 17:00
Convoloot panel with Spiridon Giannakis
Designer / Publisher
"A discussion panel featuring in-depth conversations and interviews with industry professionals and community leaders. Hosted by Spiridon Giannakis – a designer and publisher who collaborates with other artists, studios, and publishers on their projects, such as books and crowdfunding campaigns."
20:00 - 00:00
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.
10:00 - 17:00
Creative hub
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!
10:30 - 12:50
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: Diana Naneva, Alfonso de la Torre, Pablo Carpio, Focal Point School – Michal Kus, Eddie Bennun, Miro Perov, and Pixoloid Studios – Mark Molnar.
Spaces are limited! Please choose carefully.
12:50 - 14:10 Lunch & Coffee
Especially for you
Enjoy a 20% discount on the menu at Seacrets bar/restaurant. Don’t forget to grab your free coffee from Avantage store (opposite Hotel Cherno More)!
14:30 - 15:30
DEMO: Pauline Voß
Illustrator
Live demonstration on spot
15:30 - 16:30
DEMO: Miroslav Petrov
Art Director
Live demonstration on spot
10:00 - 10:50
Oleksandra Fastovets
Character artist
"Finding my own style by drawing what I like"
11:00 - 11:50
Darek Zabrocki
Concept Artist/ Creative Director & CEO @ Focal point school
"What makes you "YOU"?"
12:00 - 12:50
Nikolay Stanev
Creative Art Director
"How to work on vector projects quick and easy on iPad"
12:50 - 14:10 Lunch & Coffee
Especially for you
Enjoy a 20% discount on the menu at Seacrets bar/restaurant. Don’t forget to grab your free coffee from Avantage store (opposite Hotel Cherno More)!
14:10 - 15:00
Lubo Sergeev
Digital artist / Photographer
"Creating imaginary worlds by liquifying reality"
15:10 - 16:00
Eddie Bennun
Art director
"From Aspiring Concept Artist to Industry Pro: Burn the Myth, Embrace the Grind"
16:10 - 17:00
Convoloot panel with Spiridon Giannakis
Designer / Publisher
"A discussion panel featuring in-depth conversations and interviews with industry professionals and community leaders. Hosted by Spiridon Giannakis – a designer and publisher who collaborates with other artists, studios, and publishers on their projects, such as books and crowdfunding campaigns."
10:00 - 17:00
Creative hub
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!
10:30 - 12:50
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: Diana Naneva, Alfonso de la Torre, Pablo Carpio, Focal Point School – Michal Kus, Eddie Bennun, Miro Perov, and Pixoloid Studios – Mark Molnar.
Spaces are limited! Please choose carefully.
12:50 - 14:10 Lunch & Coffee
Especially for you
Enjoy a 20% discount on the menu at Seacrets bar/restaurant. Don’t forget to grab your free coffee from Avantage store (opposite Hotel Cherno More)!
14:30 - 15:30
DEMO: Michal Kus
Concept Designer & COO @ Focal point school
Live demonstration on spot
