Online Art School | CGVerse
Since 2019

Cgverse (si-ʤ-vɜrs, stylized as CGVerse or CGVERSE, and a portmanteau of Computer Graphics, University, and Universe) is an online art school, which provides mentorship experiences specialized in concept art, illustration key art, Career guidance, and role modeling for artists at any level for the video games and visual effects industry.

From beginner to professionally working.
Our ultimate goal is to improve the education industry across the world. We strive to set an example for the transparency, trust, and satisfaction of students.

Everything you learn from CGVerse is referenced and comes from years of industry experience.

Address: Radishcheva Street, Building 7, Apartment 56, Pervomaisky District, Bishkek, 720005, Kyrgyz Republic
Discord: christopherschiefer
Tel.: +(996) 0502488466

Emanuel Dias

2D Artist at Envar Studio

Emanuel Dias is a highly skilled concept artist and illustrator, based in São Paulo. With over 4 years of experience in the industry, Emanuel has left his mark on notable projects, including collaborations with Riot Games for titles like Legends of Runeterra and League of Legends. Specializing in compositions, colors, and drawing, Emanuel is passionate about teaching and is eager to assist artists on their creative journeys. Whether it’s refining thumbnails, perfecting storytelling, mastering color composition, rendering with finesse, stylizing artwork, or finalizing pieces.

Augusto Quirino

Freelance Illustrator - West Studio

Augusto Quirino is a highly skilled concept artist and illustrator, known for his work with top companies like Riot Games and West Studio. With years of experience in the industry, he is the perfect mentor for intermediate-level artists looking to improve their skills in thumbnails, storytelling, color composition, rendering, stylizing, and finalizing. Let Augusto Quirino’s expertise and inspiration guide you to the next level of your art career.

Santiago Parra

Freelance Illustrator at MoonColony Studio

Santiago Parra is a splash artist based in Colombia. He has worked as an illustrator for West Studio, SIXMOREVODKA, MoonColony and Envar Studio. Projects include Legends of Runeterra and Tencent promotional illustrations.

Vincent Tran

Freelance Illustrator - Riot Games

Vincent is a Southern California based concept artist and illustrator who has worked on illustrations and concepts art with various companies and clients, notably Riot Games and Wild Blue Studios - Riot Games.

Monika Palosz

Freelance Artist at Riot Games

Monika Palosz is a freelance illustrator and concept artist who has 6+ years of working experience. She worked for studios such as Sixmorevodka Studio for various clients including Riot Games, and worked on projects such as Legends of Runeterra, Degenesis, and more. She creates visually immersive and high quality artworks professionally. She has mentored digital artists from the United States e.g Tatiana Zmeevskaya, Poland, United Kingdom, and more.

James Starr-King

Freelance Artist

James Starr-King is a freelance illustrator, 3d character artist and concept artist who has worked for studios such as Fantasy Flight Games for various clients including Keytales, Lone Shark Games, and publishers such as Ballistic Publishing. He was featured in the famous EXPOSE 11 magazine among other professionals. He is versatile in Zbrush and passionate about fundamentals in Illustration.

Adam Isailovic

Concept Artist & Illustrator

Adam Isailovic is a freelance concept artist and illustrator who has 20+ years of experience in the entertainment industry. As a previous Lead Designer, he showcased his design skills. His specialties include Environment and Keyframe art. He is dedicated to lecture fundamentals and 3D workflows. He is currently mentoring in the 2D & 3D Environment Mentorship with Christopher Schiefer and works at Keytales.

Kanyshai Aibek Kyzy

Social Manager at CGVERSE

Social Manager Kanyshai Aibek Kyzy , warm hearted always eager to help out. She is from Kyrgyzstan. She loves to learn languages such as korean, She studied in South Korea Ewha Women’s University.

Mijin Kim

General Manager at CGVERSE

General Manager Mijin Kim who majored in graphic design is always kind and eager to help out. She is from South Korea and is fantastic at baking and cooking special cuisine! She can also play the violin and teaches Korean to foreigners!

Eunah Ko

Co-Founder at CGVERSE

Co-Founder Eunah Ko who majored in Fine art. She is from South Korea and is responsible for finances and takes part in major decisions for CGVERSE. She also loves to paint in her free time.

Christopher Schiefer

Freelance Concept Artist & CEO at CGVERSE

As a mentor and founder of CGVerse, Christopher Schiefer understands that the path of an artist can feel full of challenges. He knows the deep frustration of feeling stuck, the confusion of a messy process, and the pain when your work doesn’t have the quality you dream of. It’s a struggle he has navigated himself while working for top clients like Karakter Design studios Berlin, Mad head studios Hong Kong, NetEase Games & Warner Bros.: Lord of the Rings: Rise to War. Christopher is a mentor and friend who truly cares about your well-being. He believes that art is not just about skill, but also about overcoming the mental hurdles we all face: the imposter syndrome that tells you you’re not good enough, the fear of rejection, and the crushing weight of burnout. He has guided artists from studios like Wizard of the Coast, Technicolor, FZD School, Forge Reply, Sumo Digital, Splat, Ubisoft and Gameloft, helping them find a clearer path. His goal is to provide a supportive space where you can learn a structured workflow, build lasting confidence, and begin to find your own unique voice for a sustainable and fulfilling creative career. He has been featured on platforms such as 3DTotal.com, 80.lv, and momenta.online.

Online Art School | CGVerse Since 2019