Environment Art Mentorship with Sarah Swenson

Strengthening your game environment art skills will help you tell visual stories that draw players in and create immersive, engaging game worlds. In this mentorship with Naughty Dog’s Senior Environment Artist Sarah Swenson, you will learn not only the how of environment art, but also understand the why—why a composition draws the eye, why modular workflows matter, and why strong storytelling makes a world memorable. 

With years of AAA experience, Sarah brings expertise in sculpting, modeling, composition, storytelling, and large-scale scene creation. With her guidance, you’ll learn how to push your work from good to unforgettable, crafting environments that feel alive, narratively rich, and technically sound.

You’ll receive personalized guidance through live demonstrations, progress reviews, and hands-on feedback tailored to your goals and skill level. Together, you’ll refine your sculpting, modeling, and scene-building workflows to meet the standards of top-tier game studios.

THIS MENTORSHIP IS IDEAL FOR

Advanced-junior to experienced game artists.You should have a good grasp of 3D tools and basic production workflows to get the most out of the mentorship.

MENTORSHIP INCLUDES

• Eight one-on-one live sessions (1 hour each), scheduled weekly
• Personalized demos and paint-overs
• Notes and transcriptions may be provided
• Access to the Sierra Division Discord and private Academy channels
• 1-year FREE license for Substance Collection*

Please note: Mentorship start dates are guidelines – the exact date will be determined by your Mentor in the month listed. Each session will be scheduled to best accommodate both mentors and mentees.

*Subject to Adobe approval, terms, and eligibility.