In this course you will be exposed to a variety of forms of animation. Through hands on projects, you will experience the production of different forms and techniques of animation, including:
* Early animation toys (Flipbooks)
* Traditional Animation (pencil tests – with an emphasis on the basic principles of animation)
* 2d computer software animation
o Adobe Flash
o Toon Boom Studio
* Cut out and mixed media animation
* Stop Motion/Claymation
* Rotoscoping

We will also be looking at an overview of the technical and historical evolution of animation to help you understand and appreciate the art.

Through this course, you will be challenged to:

* Learn basic drawing techniques
* Use math concepts to translate timing into frames
* Think in terms of physics, form volume and space
* Use animation to artistically express themselves
* Effectively tell a concise story through animation