Leartes Studios, a prominent game art outsourcing company that crafts high-quality 2D and 3D assets, environments, and concept art tailored for game developers and virtual productions has launched its latest competition.
The “Veiled Realms Art Challenge” invites students and professionals to craft immersive environments centered on Max Bedulenko’s theme of “lost worlds in forgotten times.”
The artists will compete in 4 thrilling categories:
- 3D Environment
- 3D Prop
- Concept Art / Environment
- Concept Art / Prop
As the categories show, the competition is open to both 3D artists and concept illustrators. The entries will be evaluated separately for student and standard (professional) participants, ensuring fair recognition across experience levels.
Get a chance to work with Leartes Studios
Winners stand to gain not only monetary rewards but also industry recognition and professional development opportunities.
Prizes include high-end hardware such as Dell Precision 3680 Towers, software licenses for tools like Marvelous Designer and Adobe Substance 3D, and premium subscriptions to platforms like The Gnomon Workshop and Cosmos.
Additionally, standout participants may receive offers to collaborate on future projects with Leartes Studios and have their work featured in prominent art communities.
Competition details
Submissions must adhere to specific guidelines, including the use of licensed software and original or Cosmos-sourced assets. The use of AI-generated content is strictly prohibited in the production process. Each entry will be assessed by a panel of industry experts based on criteria such as concept originality, technical execution, and visual storytelling.
Timeline and Participation
April 15, 2025: Competition officially begins.
May 1, 2025: Deadline for application submissions.
November 1, 2025: Final submission deadline for all projects.
December 15, 2025: Jury evaluation concludes.
December 31, 2025: Winners announced.
Additional information is available on Leartes’ website.
