In this course, you will learn to animate using different production techniques. This includes stop motion, computer-generated, and both paper and 2D digital hand-drawn techniques. A series of practical projects will cover each animation method and as you explore each approach, you will learn about:
- Story and narrative
- Storyboards and previsualization
- Environment and production design
- Character design and animation
- Animation pipelines and postproduction processes
You will consider the use of these techniques in film, TV, and game industries. You will investigate the principles of cinematography and direction, essential elements of telling your story as an animation director.
These practical animation explorations will give you the technical abilities you need to succeed. We will also teach you how to understand an animation brief, pitch an idea, and manage your time when working on projects. By the end of the course, you will have a showcase of diverse animation work to share with the world.