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This course studies a number of perspectives in order to establish a solid understanding of the 2D animation industry in a modern global economy for both the present and the future. This overview covers the history of animation, its changing cultural significance, major past and current players...

Students will learn to apply the fundamental concepts for good animation to the digital format, adapting to the unique challenges of working in a new medium. Further, they will develop the skills to make basic special effects, rounding out their skills and supplying them with a stronger portfolio...

Character Animation – Level 2 is a continuation of Character Animation – Level 1. It builds on the fundamentals of animation learned in the previous term. Students will employ the principles of animation through more advanced assignments in 2D animation.Registration in this course is restricted to...

Students explore how emotional states and circumstances influence physical expression in 2D animated characters. They also study a wide range of gestures and subtle movements that convey mood and intent. Emphasis is placed on developing reference material to support expressive, believable animation...

Rigs are the cornerstone of digital character animation and are used by animatorsthrough every step of their careers. Students learn how to plan, build and test a character rig. They also learn to create animator-friendly controls for the rig and use the rig's full capabilities.Registration in this...

Students will learn to adapt the fundamental concepts of animation to broader character actions. Through practice and well-considered iteration, they will craft and iterate on animations that convey varying styles of movement and interaction between multiple characters. By the end of the course...

Students explore the intricacies of dialogue animation, from choosing the correct mouth shapes to match their dialogue to movements and micro-emotions needed to convey realistic conversation between two or more characters. Students learn to make creative acting choices to produce engaging dialogue...

The setting for a scene has a large impact on the tone of the final animation. Students learn how to assemble backgrounds that match the animatics provided and effectively support the tone and direction of the scene being animated.Registration in this course is restricted to students admitted to the...

Students strengthen their ability to plan and execute animating complex rigs and scenes. They also learn the best methods to approach and animate complex animal and mechanical rigs as well as scenes containing multiple humanoid rigs. Students critique their work as well as the work of their peers to...

Careful planning is necessary to ensure an effective use of time and the creation of a quality demo reel. Students begin the initial stages of production by setting goals for the kinds of animations they want to put in their reels and ensuring that they align with their career goals. Students also...