Courses

Escape Open Days

Take the opportunity to tour facilities, meet our tutors, view courses in progress and discuss course options and the industry in as much detail as you need.

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Evening Courses

Evening Courses

An evening course can be the ideal solution if you want to study with the benefit of expert tuition but can’t make it to Escape Studios during the day. Each course gives you experience in the key skills you‘ll need to get a job as a CG artist.

Our Tutors

  • Simon Fenton

    Simon Fenton

    Visual Effects & Compositing

    Simon has worked as a professional artist for 13 years, producing 3D graphics in many forms, from models and environments to effects and animation. You can read more about Simon Fenton here.
  • Daniel Shutt

    Daniel Shutt

    VFX

    Daniel has over 15 years of experience in a wide variety of 3D fields from feature film FX and games graphics to TV commercials and architectural rendering. You can read more about Daniel Shutt here.
  • Mark Spevick

    Mark Spevick

    Head of 3D

    Our VFX tutor Mark Spevick certainly knows a thing or two about cinematic CG. He got his big break at Peerless Camera, the production house co-owned by Terry Gilliam. You can read more about Mark Spevick here.
  • Davi Stein

    Davi Stein

    Compositing

    It’s difficult to know where to start with Davi‘s credits, so impressive is the list of films she has worked on. Davi was Senior Compositor on ‘The Dark Knight’, ‘Where the Wild Things Are’... You can read more about Davi Stein here.
  • Hugo Guerra

    Hugo Guerra

    Compositing

    Our new evening Compositing Course Tutor, Hugo Guerra, is certainly no stranger to compositing. He’s been a lead compositor for some of the most renowned companies in London including, Nexus Productions, The Mill, Animech AB... You can read more about Hugo Guerra here.
  • Gideon Corby

    Gideon Corby

    Visual Effects

    Gideon also worked on the Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire end credits animation and was responsible for the graphics of BBC2's spoof school science series 'LOOK AROUND YOU' which was nominated for a BAFTA and won the Golden Rose. You can read more about Gideon Corby here.
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Our Facilities

  • The Classrooms

    The Classrooms

    The Classrooms

    We don’t do lecture theatres. Our classrooms are focused training spaces for no more than 12 people. All are equipped with the latest workstations, digital projectors and wacom tablets. You’ll learn side by side with fellow students in an inclusive environment where it’s cool to ask questions, OK to make mistakes and everybody is encouraged to contribute.

  • The Studios

    The Studios

    The Studios

    Our studios are a world-class training facility – a creative enclave in the heart of Shepherds Bush. From the elegant industrial architecture of the building to the ergonomic designer furniture in our offices, Escape Studios looks, feels and works just like the real thing.

  • The Technology

    The Technology

    The Technology

    Our sister company the Escape Studios Technology Store is Europe’s No.1 3D technology vendor. They design and supply all of our classroom technology so when you attend a course at Escape Studios you can be confident that you’ll be learning to use cutting edge kit built specifically for the rigours of power-intensive 3D work, running the latest 3D Animation Tools.

  • The Breakout area

    The Breakout area

    The Breakout area

    Just like many real studios we have an informal break out area where you can relax, have a coffee between sessions or discuss the day’s courseware with other students over lunch. This is also where we host special extra-curricular classes such as drawing workshops as well as presentations by professional artists visiting from the Soho post-production community.

  • The Cafe bar

    The Cafe bar

    The Cafe bar

    Sketch out some ideas in the lounge, read up on your next module using the free Wi-Fi network or unwind with friends over a beer and a game of pool. Our basement cafe bar is a free space away from the classroom where you can think, drink, play and relax. The coffee’s decent too.

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Our Graduates

Graduate Success Stories

  • Suraj Harrington-Odedra
    Suraj Harrington-Odedra

    “Escape is brilliant. It’s just such a hub for this entire industry… they’re pretty well connected.” More about Suraj Harrington-Odedra.

  • Grant Walker
    Grant Walker

    From Builder to Technical Director, Grant Walker made one of the biggest career changes ever. And it was all down to Lord of the Rings... More about Grant Walker.

  • Yousuke Matsuno
    Yousuke Matsuno

    Inspired by Joseph Kosinski (Director of TRON) and the power of Hollywood movies, Yousuke Matsuno decided he wanted a place in the world of Visual Effects... More about Yousuke Matsuno.

  • Amy Cuthbertson
    Amy Cuthbertson

    It’s a snazzy title and one that Amy certainly deserves. Heading up the tracking team, Amy is an integral part of the furniture at The Mill... More about Amy Cuthbertson.

  • Peter Bartfay
    Peter Bartfay

    “I was amazed by the ability and creativity that people needed to work in this industry. It made me want to become one of them” More about Peter Bartfay.

  • Maxwell Smith
    Maxwell Smith

    When Maxwell Smith finished his university course, there were two things he was absolutely sure about. One, he wanted to work in the VFX industry. And two, he didn’t have the right skills to secure... More about Maxwell Smith.

  • Alexander Kirichenko
    Alexander Kirichenko

    “Knowing NUKE is a must for any compositor. Studying compositing in the evening with Escape Studios was the best decision I’ve ever made”. More about Alexander Kirichenko.

  • Richard Sowerby
    Richard Sowerby

    Richard studied Multimedia at Cheltenham and Gloucester University, and it took him a good while afterwards to realise that he wanted to get into Compositing for films... More about Richard Sowerby.

  • Sophie Robinson
    Sophie Robinson

    Sophie Robinson was inspired to become an artist from an early age and it was traditional forms of art like model making and set design that held the most appeal for her... More about Sophie Robinson.

  • Chris Mulcaster
    Chris Mulcaster

    Chris Mulcaster has only recently graduated with Escape Studios, but already he’s notched up an impressive list of credits. From The Chronicles of Narnia: Voyage of the Dawn Trader... More about Chris Mulcaster.

  • Alexander Swann
    Alexander Swann

    "I went on a 3-day introductory course at Escape and to learn what software each role used – I decided pretty quickly that Compositing was for me". More about Alexander Swann.

  • Emma Berkeley
    Emma Berkeley

    “I suppose my story proves that you can start a career in VFX whenever you want. I studied Geography at Uni but found Escape and started the career I’d always dreamt of”. More about Emma Berkeley.

  • Tracey Chung
    Tracey Chung

    Tracey used our recruitment department and found them ‘wonderful’. They found Tracey workreally quickly and were invaluable when it came to providing advice on her showreel... More about Tracey Chung.

  • Victor Perez
    Victor Perez

    When Victor Perez started studying with us he had enough imagination to sink a battle ship, or rather, enough to create a CG one. Throughout his 12 weeks studying compositing... More about Victor Perez.

  • Chris Chorley
    Chris Chorley

    Studying with Escape was the best decision that I’ve ever made More about Chris Chorley.

  • Ben Cantor
    Ben Cantor

    Escape gave me the complete package: The skills, the inspiration and a shockingly good showreel! More about Ben Cantor.

  • Ognyan Zahariev
    Ognyan Zahariev

    Ognyan enrolled at Escape Studios were he took a games course to hone his skills and to gain practical knowledge about both... More about Ognyan Zahariev.

  • Ben Wiggs
    Ben Wiggs

    “From Animation-wanabe to Animator at DNEG – I owe Escape big time.” More about Ben Wiggs.

  • Jacob Flint
    Jacob Flint

    Jacob embarked on the 12 week VFX course, which he describes as ‘Intensive’ and ‘thorough’... More about Jacob Flint.

  • Nik Illingworth
    Nik Illingworth

    Sat cross-legged in front of the TV screen watching Jurassic Park, Nik Illingworth certainly didn’t think that one day, he’d be part of the CG team that... More about Nik Illingworth.

  • Martin Cutbill
    Martin Cutbill

    The course at Escape has been literally the best educational experience of my life and I loved every minute of it. More about Martin Cutbill .

  • Alvaro Martinez
    Alvaro Martinez

    It was very intensive. Even having some previous experience, it took lots of commitment on my part to make sure... More about Alvaro Martinez.

  • John Shelley
    John Shelley

    ZBrush Foundation

    I found out about the course because I am a member of CG Society and jumped on board soon after I read about the studio opening in NYC. More about John Shelley.

  • Afonso Salcedo
    Afonso Salcedo

    I never thought it would be possible to be an animator. When 'Toy Story' came out I was so exited and knew I would do whatever I could... More about Afonso Salcedo.

  • Alexis Haggar
    Alexis Haggar

    I chose Escape because I wanted move onto a higher end package and make sure my self taught knowledge was up to scratch. More about Alexis Haggar.

  • Sergio D'Innocenzo
    Sergio D'Innocenzo

    I was looking for a course that could put me on the right path to a career as an animator and I thought that Escape Studios was my best choice. More about Sergio D'Innocenzo.

  • Marc Austin
    Marc Austin

    I developed a love for all things CG whilst working as a product designer but I wanted to step up my game. More about Marc Austin.

  • Will Preston
    Will Preston

    As a kid I wanted to draw for the comic 2000AD. I've been through a lot of artistic disciplines from stone carving to product design to try... More about Will Preston.

  • Charlie Bayliss
    Charlie Bayliss

    Charlie studied the Maya Core course at Escape Studios and it gave him the best possible grounding to go on and setup a 3D department for Partizan. More about Charlie Bayliss.

  • James Sindle
    James Sindle

    After completing the Maya Core course, James went on to work at The Mill as a junior 3D Artist. Now he creates some of the coolest adverts... More about James Sindle.

  • Meena Ayittey
    Meena Ayittey

    After graduating from a fine art sculpture degree I soon realised that Visual Effects was what I really wanted to do. More about Meena Ayittey.

  • Adam Dewhirst
    Adam Dewhirst

    When I started looking for a computer graphics course, Escape Studios kept popping up everywhere. More about Adam Dewhirst.

  • Kristaan Cain
    Kristaan Cain

    I've always loved animation and VFX and hoped that one day I'd actually be able to do it for a living. More about Kristaan Cain.

  • Mark Pascoe
    Mark Pascoe

    I only realised half way through university when a friend introduced me to Maya. I was doing a Sport and Exercise Science degree... More about Mark Pascoe.

  • Mike Outlaw
    Mike Outlaw

    No, not really, I just got lucky. A friend of mine works at Escape so after talking to him I took a studio tour and decided to give it a go. More about Mike Outlaw.

  • Zissou
    Zissou

    Having a background in fine art, Zissou wanted to get into the more technical area of 3D. He began the Maya Core course... More about Zissou.

  • Sergio Xisto
    Sergio Xisto

    I was looking for a career change and a family member suggested that I delve deeper into 3D and take a course. More about Sergio Xisto.

  • Nicole Gabriel
    Nicole Gabriel

    I’ve always loved art so I did an art foundation course and completed my degree in 3D design. More about Nicole Gabriel.

  • Matt Perry
    Matt Perry

    I looked for a course that taught 3D Max or Maya. I found Escape on the internet and after seeing the 12 week Maya course... More about Matt Perry.

  • Ben Moseley
    Ben Moseley

    After 3 years of studying traditional animation at university I briefly touched upon the world of 3D, which I later realised was... More about Ben Moseley.

  • Glyn Evans
    Glyn Evans

    I'd always wanted to work in games, even from junior school when the 'Games Master' and 'Bad Influence' TV shows were... More about Glyn Evans.

  • Manuel Cosentino
    Manuel Cosentino

    After graduating from the European Institute of Design in Rome I started freelancing in Italy. It was exciting but after a while I realised that... More about Manuel Cosentino.

  • Ross Colgan
    Ross Colgan

    I started searching for 3D training in Maya, and naturally Escape was high on the list. More about Ross Colgan.

  • Alenka Abraham
    Alenka Abraham

    I've always been interested in the Visual Effects industry and have always loved cartoon animation in any form. More about Alenka Abraham.

  • Samir Battistotti
    Samir Battistotti

    I found out about Escape Studios on the Internet, and after the studio visit I realized it was a really professional environment and right for me. More about Samir Battistotti.

  • Chris Bradwell
    Chris Bradwell

    Not until after three years of hobby-time game level design, when, at 21, I decided the games industry is where I wanted to be. More about Chris Bradwell.

  • Matt Foster
    Matt Foster

    Of course I wanted to do this stuff when I was little! My favourite things to watch on TV were those ‘making of’ featurettes on 'Star Wars'... More about Matt Foster.

  • Serena Lam
    Serena Lam

    After a slow year as a runner for an animation company, I began to feel disillusioned at the thought of never getting a real job in the industry. More about Serena Lam.

  • Trevor Ley
    Trevor Ley

    Since the days of Deluxe Paint on the Amiga I’ve been interested in visual effects and creating visuals for computer games. More about Trevor Ley.

  • Phil Radford
    Phil Radford

    I searched for the ultimate place to learn everything under one roof. It was important to learn in a short space of time. More about Phil Radford.

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Graduate Showreels

  • Lammie Veracruz, VFX
  • Alastair Cross, VFX
  • Malinjod, Comp. & VFX
  • Alaric Holberton, VFX
  • VFX Compilation
  • VFX Compilation
  • Maya Compilation
  • Compositing

Here you’ll find examples of the VFX and Compositing showreels that some of our students produced in just 12 weeks with Escape Studios. Click on a video to take a look at their work. test

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