Low Introductory Tuition Rate and Financing

CGLC realizes that current economic times make it all the more difficult for students to afford a quality education. As a result, we are offering a limited introductory tuition rate of only $18,000 a year. Compared to similar schools, such as the Art Institute of Charlotte with a tuition rate of $28,000 and a high student to teacher ratio of 27:1, we anticipate our school to have a low ratio of only 10:1.

In addition, we have finalized a financial assistance program. We are asking for a down payment of $5,000. The remaining balance of $13,000 can be financed over 5 years at an interest rate of only 8%, which results in a monthly payment of only $263.

Please contact us and we can work out a personalized finance plan that will work within your means.

For more information, please review our updated Financing page.

Great Turnout at the Animation Meetup CGLC Social on 1/20

The joint meetup on Tuesday 1/20 between the Charlotte Animation and Game Development Group at CGLC drew a solid turnout of about 40 people.

The event was a good networking opportunity for local animators, graphic designers and game development enthusiasts. Participants enjoyed finger foods, drinks and a brief teaching moment by Tom Wright on rigging. Dieter Wagner presented a first look at a revised demo reel, which was both entertaining and impressive. Chase Gordon demonstrated some of his recent work using Blender.

The Game Development Meetup showcased some very innovative work in music and game concepts. Look for regular CGLC Social Meetups in the future through our meetup link: http://www.meetup.com/Animation-Meetup/

Bits and Pieces of News

Happy New Year everyone!

A few updates:

• Please note, that we have a new phone number listed as the primary number for general inquiries: 704-817-9679
• The application is now posted under the Apply tab.
• Financial Assistance information is also posted under the Apply tab. We are still working on finalizing the institutional financing program, so all information posted is pending and not final.
• Facilities photos, during construction are now posted under the Facilities tab. http://cglconline.com/video/PhotoGallery/flashmo_060_photo_gallery.swf
• Out of the Office: We are out of the office 1/6/09 - 1/14/09.

CGLC Charlotte Comicon

What better way to work off the holiday meal than to head out to the Charlotte Comicon and check out the exhibits and vendors?

Join us on Saturday, December 27th at Charlotte Comicon (10:00AM - 4:00 PM), where CGLC will be hosting a booth. Admission is only $3.

Guests include: Greg Adams, Al Bigley Andy Smith, Budd Root Buddy Prince, Chad Blevins Jer Alford, Scott Rorie Bradd Parton, Richard Stahnke, Brian Schearer, Clayton Moore, Derek and Nikki Davis, Joel Shugart, Carolina Garrison 501st, Adrian "Asia" Petty http://www.charlottecomicon.com/

CGLC Location Finalized

The Computer Graphics Learning Center has secured a location in the heart of Charlotte, NC. The building is in Third Ward's sought after warehouse district in a completely rebuilt warehouse loft space, with 20' ceilings and concrete floors. Featuring an open floor plan, the space has an industrial, creative studio feel.

The 3rd Ward Warehouse District is a neighborhood of old warehouses and newly planned buildings located in Uptown Charlotte. The district lies within the area bounded by Bank of America Stadium to the East, by I-277 to the West, by Fifth Street to the North, and by Morehead Street to the South.

3WWD is located in the third of Center City's four wards. This includes Bank of America Stadium, home to the Carolina Panthers and Gateway Village which is now home to Johnson and Wales University. The 3rd Ward Warehouse District was Charlotte's first, true "Design District."

Computer Graphics Learning Center

913 W. Hill St.

Charlotte, NC 28208

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GEEK FEST 2008 - Great Interest and Enthusiasm from local students

The GEEK FEST was a great success. Tom Wright , CGLC director, spoke to an audience of over 100 students about the animation industry. Many students visited the Computer Graphics Learning Center booth. They were excited about a new CG animation school in Charlotte and were anxious to learn more . We had 3 pages of completed mailing list requests! There is definitely a thirst for high-end computer graphics training in Charlotte. Red Storm Entertainment's gaming lab had 2 sessions to a packed house with standing room only. All in all, the conference was an affirmation that there are many people interested in learning about CG animation in Charlotte.

GEEK FEST 2008 at CPCC

Tom Wright is scheduled to present at Geek Fest 2008 at Central Piedmont Community College at their Levine Campus on November 13, 2008 on behalf of the Computer Graphics Learning Center.2800 Campus Ridge RoadMatthews, NC 28105704-330–4200THE Geek Fest is an exciting and eclectic annual celebration of the “geek” in all of us; an event designed to educate the hearts and minds of our students and community by highlighting and celebrating the creative and exciting innovations of new technology, media, and industry.Tom will be presenting on behalf of CGLC. Presentations will also be broadcasted live online. The Computer Graphics Learning Center will also have an all-day information booth at this event.

Behind the Scenes of 3D Animation Film Making

10:15 - 11:15 AM, Auditorium 2150

From start to finish, an insider's overview of the 3D Animation production process. You'll get a rare look at how the most popular studios take an idea from a simple concept and make it into a multi-million dollar feature film. This presentation will provide an overview of each component of the process: Story, Visual Development, Layout, Modeling, Rigging, Animation, Look Development, Effects, Lighting, Post Production.

Lighting the World of Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius
11:30-12:30 PM, Room 1408

An in depth look at the stylized color palette used to bring the world of Jimmy Neutron to life. This demonstration will take a shot from the hit Nickelodeon TV show and light it from scratch, showing techniques specific to production lighting. See how color, contrast and light composition are used to focus attention and create emotion. Then see how the elements are composited together with extra control for last minute changes.