The art of the game.(PORTFOLIO)(Art Institute of California)

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Most people would nut classify the 3D imagery found in a video game or a film as "art" Perhaps it's because they are looking at moving sequences rather than still frames. Yet, if folks had the chance to see the beautiful sketches that form the basis fur the animated imagery, they would indeed agree that the term "art" is fitting.

A few months ago, The Art Institute of California-San Diego, in collaboration with High Moon Studios, presented a gallery exhibition of artwork from Robert Ludlum's The Bourne Conspiracy video game. The third-person action title features a blend of hunter-prey activity with dramatic escapes, all designed around the Jason Bourne character's signature combat style, popularized in the trio of feature films and described in the best-selling novels.

The Art Institute had a special interest in the game: Several of its alumni assumed a role in the development of the game.

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"Given the success of the Robert Ludlum trilogy and the popularity of the Game Art & Design and Media Arts & Animation program, The Art Institute of California-San Diego was thrilled to showcase the talent of its alumni and faculty member who took part in the game's evolution," says Judy Auslund, ...