The Animation Sketching Course is designed to teach aspiring animators the foundational skills needed to create dynamic and expressive characters. Through focused lessons, students will learn essential techniques such as gesture drawing, character design, anatomy, and the principles of movement. The course emphasizes capturing fluid motion and emotion in sketches, preparing students to translate their drawings into animated sequences. With a blend of traditional and digital approaches, this course is ideal for those looking to build a strong foundation in animation and character sketching.
FOUNDATION TO INTENSIVE | ADVANCED
Introduction to Animation:
- Overview of the history and principles of animation.
- Understanding the basic terminology used in animation.
Animation Tools and Materials:
- Introduction to traditional animation tools such as pencils, lightboxes, and animation paper.
- Overview of digital animation software and hardware.
Basic Principles of Animation:
- Exploring the 12 principles of animation (e.g., squash and stretch, anticipation, timing, and spacing).
- Applying principles through simple exercises.
Storyboarding Basics:
- Understanding the importance of storyboarding in the animation process.
- Creating simple storyboards for basic narratives.
Character Design for Animation:
- Basics of designing characters suitable for animation.
- Creating model sheets to maintain consistent character appearances.
Walk, Run Cycles and Basic Movements:
- Learning the fundamentals of walk cycles and basic character movements.
- Applying principles of motion and timing.
Basic Special Effects:
- Introduction to simple special effects in animation.
- Creating effects such as explosions, smoke, and water.
Animating Emotions and Expressions:
- Techniques for conveying emotions through character animation.
- Practicing expressions and body language in animated characters.
Animating Objects and Backgrounds:
- Animating non-character elements, such as objects and backgrounds.
- Understanding how to create a cohesive animated environment.
Self- Assignments:
- Applying learned skills to create a final animated project.
ADVANCED ANIMATION SKETCHING ARTWORKS