Summer Workshops 2026 in Bilbao – Art, Programming, AI & Game Development

Art and Animation, 2D & 3D

Explore the foundations of 2D and 3D art and animation in a hands-on environment using industry-standard tools. This workshop introduces the principles of animation, digital drawing, and 3D modeling used in video games and film production.

Students develop:

• Core animation principles (timing, weight, motion)
• 2D illustration and 3D modeling basics
• Visual storytelling skills
• Portfolio-ready creative projects

Ideal for students interested in digital art, animation, or visual development.

3D Sculpting

Learn professional 3D sculpting techniques using ZBrush, widely used in the gaming and film industries.

In this workshop, students:

• Study character anatomy
• Sculpt detailed characters and props
• Explore dynamic posing
• Understand real production workflows

Perfect for aspiring character artists and 3D designers.

Character Design

Discover how to design compelling and memorable characters for games and animation.

This workshop focuses on:

• Shape language and silhouette
• Personality-driven design
• Anatomy and stylization
• Creating original character concepts for your portfolio

Bring your ideas to life and learn how professional character designers think.

Programming with Python

Start your coding journey with Python , one of the most widely used languages in software development and artificial intelligence.

Students learn:

• Variables, conditionals, loops, and functions
• Computational thinking and problem-solving
• How to build interactive programs
• Foundations for AI and machine learning

This workshop is ideal for beginners interested in coding, automation, or AI.

Programming with C++

Take your skills further with C++ , a powerful language used in game engines and high-performance applications.

Students explore:

• Core programming fundamentals
• Object-oriented programming
• Performance and memory basics
• Applications in real-time systems and game development

C++ is essential for advanced programming and professional game development.

AI and Machine Learning

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries worldwide — from video games to robotics and data science.

In this AI and Machine Learning workshop, students explore:

• The fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence
• Basic Machine Learning concepts
• Training simple AI models
• How AI systems are used in video games and interactive technology

Using Python, participants experiment with beginner-friendly AI projects and gain practical insight into how machine learning works.

This course is perfect for students curious about the future of technology and intelligent systems.

Video Game Development – Unity

Learn how to create your own 2D video game using Unity , one of the most widely used game engines in the industry.

Students will:

• Implement player movement and mechanics
• Add animation, sound effects, and music
• Process player input
• Build a fully playable game prototype

This is an ideal introduction to video game development for beginners.

Video Game Development – Unreal Engine

Dive into 3D game development using Unreal Engine, a leading engine used in professional game production.

Students explore:

• 3D level design
• Blueprint visual scripting
• Character behaviors and interaction
• Real-time rendering techniques

By the end of the workshop, participants will have developed their own 3D game prototype.

Introduction to Game Design

Great games start with strong design.

In this workshop, students learn:

• Core game design principles
• Player psychology and engagement
• Prototyping techniques
• Iterative development processes

Understand how mechanics, storytelling, and technology combine to create meaningful interactive experiences.