Animation Fundamentals 2 Group
Take your animation skills to the next level with this dynamic group course that focuses on the more challenging aspects of animation. Learn to understand and apply key animation principles such as squash and stretch, follow-through, secondary action, staggering timing, keyframing, and in-betweening. Unlock your artistic potential as you explore various approaches to developing your unique style. Push your animation abilities to new heights and prepare to thrive in the competitive animation industry
Start Date: June 3, 2024
Enroll By: May 31, 2024 (midnight)
Begin this course at anytime with the Interactive Version
What Will You Learn
This course tackles the more difficult animation areas for many students
Understanding animation principles: squash and stretch, follow-through, secondary action, staggering timing, key-framing, and in-betweening
Storyboarding and camera language, master the art of visual storytelling and effective camera techniques
Clear shot choice options for storyboarding, even in 4-panels (required for Sheridan College Animation Portfolio)
Explore various approaches to consider and develop your unique artistic style
Push your animation abilities to new heights and succeed in the competitive field
This course covers the second half of the Sheridan College Animation Portfolio required for acceptance
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This course covers the second half of the Sheridan College Animation Portfolio required for acceptance:
Short Object Animation
4-Panel Storyboard
Character Design
Personal Artwork Section
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Individuals specifically aiming to gain admission to Sheridan College's competitive animation program
Aspiring students seeking to achieve high passing grades in the program (e.g., 91% for domestic students and 95% for international students in 2023)
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When you sign up for a Group Course you will participate in a course where pre-recorded video lectures and homework will be provided and assigned.
Each week, The Animation Tutor will review and provide feedback collectively, and you will have the opportunity to ask questions.
Each student will receive a personalized group feedback video with 15-minutes of feedback each (totalling 2 hours of feedback throughout the course), along with corrected artwork files.
Your work will be evaluated in comparison to the rest of the group. Additionally, there will be designated office hours where you can have discussions with The Animation Tutor at specific milestones throughout the course.
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All Animation Tutor Courses Require:
Zoom account for the online feedback sessions (Interactive and Group Courses)
Access to Google Drive to submit homework and to receive feedback files (Interactive and Group Courses)
Reliable internet speed, ideally offering at least 30 Mbps for both downloads and upload, ensures a smooth online experience
Drawing materials of your choice, life drawing is always best done traditionally
Access to a library or bookstore
Ability to seek out artists that inspire you
Willingness to learn and grow as an artist!
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Explore Resource Library:
theanimationtutor.com/resourcesSoftware Recommendations:
TV Paint Animation (best option for short animation)
Adobe Animate (can be paid monthly)
ToonBoom Harmony (industry standard, but quite expensive)
Callipeg (animate using an iPad)
Blender (free open-source 3D/2D program for desktops)
While Photoshop and Procreate both allow for animation, these aren't ideal. A dedicated animation software is preferable over a painting & animation app.
Other Recommendations:
Photoshop, Clip Studio Paint, or Procreate, etc. for storyboarding
It is far easier to work digitally in storyboarding to make adjustments than to work on paper
