IDM CreatorLab Summer Studio 2026
Join fellow creators for a summer of FREE IDM learning and development. For game developers and digital creators all at our New Media Manitoba training space.
Looking to begin your journey into 3D Asset Creation? Wanting to do something creative this summer? Interested in delivering intereactive digital media (IDM) content to a class?
Summer Studio is designed for creators, game designers and educators who’re either early in their creative journey or looking to upskill, looking for flexible, in-person and impactful learning than searching through online tutorials.
This year’s summer studio will have a focus on creating a 3D Digital Diorama project over the course of 6-2 hour sessions with options for more in studio time.
Highlights
Participate in 6 weekly sessions covering 3D Asset Creation topics
This is your chance to show up with an appetite to network, learn and collaborate alongside your peers and project team members in a welcoming and supportive environment.
A project of your design
Through developing this project, you’ll demonstrate your understanding of 3D concepts and have a piece for your portfolio or to share with others!
Access one-on-one skills and career development support
Nothing beats being able to ask questions about your specific journey. By attending these scheduled office hours, you’ll get a chance to share your career aspirations and learn what else you can do to stand out from the crowd.
Additional in-classroom time for project work
Want to continue working after the day’s workshop? We’ll have our classroom available for participants until 3pm each workshop day! That gives you time to get lunch and apply your skills further.
Session Outline
Week 1: The Software Stack & Ideation – July 8
Week 2: Modeling Tools in Blender & Blockout – July 15
Week 3: Diving into Material Maker & Creating Assets – July 22
Week 4: Trim Sheet Modeling & Free Time – July 29
Week 5: Simple Animation & Camera Setup – August 5
Week 6: Lighting & Rendering – August 12