Classical Animation Fundamentals

Students develop drawing skills while learning the principles of squash and stretch, follow-through/overlapping, anticipation, timing, key posing, and in-betweening. Lessons in weight, balance, timing andthe fundamentals of traditional animation will allow them to explore the elements necessary to bring an animated character to life. Students use 2D animation software to film, compile and playback animation.Registration in this course is restricted to students admitted to the Diploma in 2D Animation and Digital Art, and the Diploma in 2D Technologies for Film & Games.