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Imaginary World Art Exhibition at Musashino Art University

The Career Center of Musashino Art University in Kodaira, Tokyo, is proud to announce an exciting digital painting competition designed for its students, encouraging them to explore their career paths through creative expression. The competition has culminated in an exhibition titled "Imaginary Worlds: A Showcase of Selected Works from the Digital Painting and Concept Art Contest". This exhibition will run from May 2 to May 13, 2025, at the university’s Takadanobaba campus.

The event aims to introduce students to the potential of their artistic skills in various fields, particularly the gaming and entertainment industries, which have seen a surge of interest from art students in recent years. The exhibition features 23 outstanding works chosen through a rigorous selection process by faculty members, showcasing the imaginative prowess of students from diverse specializations such as painting, design, architecture, and film.

Additionally, on May 11, 2025, the Career Center will host an informative talk event titled "Game x Musabi x Business - Entering the Gaming Industry with an Art Degree". This event is targeted primarily at high school students and their guardians, providing insights into how an art education can lead to successful careers in gaming. Participants can expect to learn valuable information from faculty members across various departments, including graphic arts and design information.

Purpose of the Exhibition

Concept art is crucial in visualizing imaginary worlds for games, films, and animations. Many students discover during their studies that their passions for drawing and creating worlds can translate into career opportunities. The Career Center identified the need to inspire students to see how their day-to-day artistic endeavors can connect to potential employment. Thus, this exhibition serves as a platform for students to reflect on how their artistic production can be applied in real-world contexts and encourages them to innovate in their artistic practices.

The exhibition features a variety of entries from students who are keen on expressing their interpretations of fantastical worlds through digital painting. The university invites everyone to experience this display of creativity, also underscoring the collaborative efforts among different departments within the university.

Event Details

Exhibition Title: Imaginary Worlds: A Showcase of Selected Works from the Digital Painting and Concept Art Contest
Dates: May 2 (Friday) – May 13 (Tuesday), 2025, with no days off
Time: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Entry allowed until 6:30 PM)
Location: Musashino Art University, Takadanobaba Campus, 12th Building B1 Floor Exhibition Room, 1-736 Ogawacho, Kodaira City, Tokyo
Please note that there is no parking available. We recommend using public transportation when visiting.
Entry Fee: Free, with open entry and exit
Organized by: Musashino Art University Career Center
Collaboration with: Departments of Nihon-ga, Oil Painting, Graphic Arts, and Design Information

Additional Highlights

Simultaneously, Cygames will hold the "Cygames Background Art Exhibition 2024-2025" at the same venue during the exhibition period. This showcases the depth of artistry in background art, running concurrently from May 2 to May 13, 2025, further enhancing the experience for attendees.

Art students from various disciplines, including visual communication design and oil painting, will also contribute to discussion sessions and presentations on the intersection between art education and the gaming industry. With the aim of broadening understanding and expanding possibilities for students, this event promises to unveil the synergy between artistic training and professional opportunities in gaming.

Participants are encouraged to register for the event, as seats may be limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. If you have any questions regarding the exhibition or the talk event, please reach out to the appropriate contacts listed in this announcement.

This exhibition and talk event aim not only to celebrate the creativity of students but also to underline the importance of education in navigating career paths that align with their artistic aspirations.