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Hey, I'm Garth, your Animation Tutor. Let’s dive into the world of animation.

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A happy man in an art studio holding a paintbrush and palette, surrounded by artwork on the walls.

Over the past decade, I've found immense joy in guiding exceptional students towards realizing their aspirations of gaining admission to prestigious institutions for animation, concept art, game design, and illustration. As a graduate of Sheridan College's Bachelor of Animation program, my commitment extends beyond mentoring to freelancing as an animator and illustrator when not actively supporting students in their journeys.

Past Students Work

A fisherman with a gray beard, wearing a red cap, brown jacket, and boots, stands next to a boat filled with colorful fish. There is a fish on the ground labeled 'Catch of the Day.'

A cluttered room with a girl sitting cross-legged on a table, surrounded by toys, books, and scattered papers. Shelves hold dolls, a sewing machine, and rolled-up papers. The room has windows, a clock, and various personal items and decorations.

Sketch of an anthropomorphic bear character in four different poses, wearing a striped apron, suspenders, and glasses, holding a microphone.

A collection of illustrations depicting a small wooden house in various stages of design, a detailed interior view of the house, and character sketches of a man and a bear, along with objects like fishing spears, a vintage refrigerator, a barrel, and

Black and white cartoon illustration of an animal hotel lobby with two pig characters. One pig is at the reception desk with a rolling suitcase; the other is by the elevator with a luggage tag, looking at a display. The lobby has decorative walls, fr

Black and white sketch of a young girl sitting on her bed reading a book in a log cabin decorated with camping and adventure themed items, including arrows, swords, posters, flags, and mounted antlers, with a window and shelves in view.

Drawing of a female character from four different angles, holding a helmet, with detailed clothing, boots, and hairstyle.

Black and white drawing of a woman reclining on a couch with her eyes closed, wearing a loose dress, with one arm resting on her forehead and the other on her body. The couch has cushions, and the woman appears relaxed and serene.

A detailed character sketch of an anthropomorphic duck character shown from front, side, and back views. The duck has long hair, a beak, human-like body, and wearing casual clothing. Additional sketches of the character and some art supplies are fain

Line art of a humanoid sheep character in four different poses, wearing a jacket and pants, with a sheep head and hooves, standing on a grid background.

Sketch of a human hand with detailed finger joints and palm lines, showing a fist with the index finger pointing upward.

A winter scene featuring a girl with a walking stick, carrying a bag of supplies, standing in snow near a whimsical multi-story house with snow-covered roofs, set against a forest of pine trees and cloudy sky.

Line drawing of a woman in a kitchen preparing vegetables on the counter, with cabinets, stove, and various kitchen items around, including hanging mugs and vegetables on a shelf.

Illustration of four characters from the game Genshin Impact: Yae Miko, Tosa, Artemis, and Athenas, each in unique fantasy outfits.

A line drawing of a young girl sitting on the ground surrounded by plants, looking up at a large tree with a person or creature climbing it, and birds flying nearby in a peaceful outdoor setting.

A young girl in a garage workshop, working on a model rocket placed on a wooden stand with ladders and tools nearby, surrounded by boxes and shelves filled with equipment.

Black and white line drawing of an office or study room with bookshelves, plants, a large window, a desk with books and papers, and a woman standing in front of a world map on the wall, engaging in a discussion or presentation.

Line drawing of a cartoon Viking girl with a helmet, swords, shield, and fur-lined clothing, shown in four different angles.

Seven animated characters dressed in casual hiking attire standing in a row against a gray background.

A cozy attic room with wooden beams, a stone fireplace, and a large bookshelf. Two rabbits sit on the floor, one reading a book and the other sleeping with a backpack. There are herbs hanging from the ceiling, a ladder leading to a loft, and a table

Line drawing of a female character in four different poses, wearing a pilot helmet, goggles, a scarf, a jacket, baggy pants with cargo pockets, and boots, with one holding a book or clipboard.

Children gathered behind a fence, happily observing and interacting with four cats outside. The background shows a tree and a basketball court.

A young boy with dark hair, wearing a shirt and pants, is hiding behind a tree in a forest, holding a rifle. The forest has tall trees, rocks, and a small stream. There are two birds on a branch above the boy, a bird standing on a rock in the foregro

A cozy living room with a woman kneeling on the carpet, putting food into a bowl, and a boy carrying a bag of groceries as he runs toward the door. The room contains scattered books, a backpack, a ball, and a doll on the floor, with a small cat lying

Step-by-step animation sketch of a cartoon wizard riding a broomstick, holding a staff in one hand and a bird in the other, viewed from multiple angles.

A children's classroom decorated with aquatic themes, featuring a skeleton of a crocodile hanging from the ceiling, multiple tanks with aquatic animals, a person sitting in a chair with bare feet on a desk, a microscope on a table, and a child observ

Line drawing of a comic-style female character with a bird-like head and long beak, dressed in medical scrubs with a nurse's cross badge, shown from four different angles, holding a cane.

Line drawing of a female character in four different poses, with large mechanical boots, arm and torso armor, and short wavy hair, appearing to be in a comic or superhero style.

Side-by-side sketches of urban scenes and people, with the left side featuring detailed black ink cityscapes including trains, stairs, and buildings, and the right side showing red and black ink outline figures of people dancing or engaging in energe

Line drawing of a pig character in four different poses: holding a phone, carrying a hammer, standing sideways, and from behind, wearing construction gear.

Sketch of a muscular person in a fighting pose, flexing their arm with one leg bent and the other extended, wearing high-heeled shoes.

Sketch of a man with shoulder-length hair and a beard, sitting on the ground with one leg extended and the other bent, supporting himself with one arm behind him, looking upward.

A pencil sketch of a muscular, shirtless man wearing underwear, holding a broomstick behind his shoulders, with a focused expression.

A collection of eight digital illustrations of diverse people with various expressions and accessories, arranged in two rows.

Black and white drawing of a garage workshop with a car being repaired. A mechanic is sitting on a stool reading a book. There are tools, shelves, and equipment around, with a car in the center and a window in the background.

Explore common student scenarios

Garth says: Your struggles with art and animation may not indicate a lack of interest but rather distractions like excessive social media or video games. To address this, enrolling in our Personal Mentorship for structured accountability and deadlines or opting for the 8-week classes with guided video lectures could be beneficial. We prioritize accountability at The Animation Tutor to ensure your art homework takes precedence over distractions.
Sheridan's academics are manageable, but the portfolio requires dedicated time and artistic growth. Shift your focus from extracurriculars to portfolio development, and we'll help you stay on track.
Next Steps: Check our Sheridan Animation Bundle — 3+ courses, textbooks, and feedback. Video lectures guide you through portfolio requirements, and flexible feedback sessions suit busy schedules. Alternatively, the Personal Mentorship offers a similar flexible booking approach.
Alternate Next Steps: High schools may lack vital skills like perspective and life drawing. A good alternative is taking our Foundations Bundle to bring up your drawing skills. These focused courses provide better training for beginners who are looking to prepare for intensive college portfolios in the future.
You can also take any of the courses in these Bundles individually, but you’ll lose some of the perks such as discounts and textbooks that we include with the Bundles.
This is a common experience among our older students, who tend to be some of the most diligent learners due to their exposure to studying less fulfilling subjects. First and foremost, there's no need to feel self-conscious about your age. At Sheridan, I had friends ranging in age, some even above 30.
Next Steps: The trajectory depends on your current skill level. Start by booking a Free Portfolio Assessment to allow me to directly evaluate your work and identify any areas that may need improvement. Some older students have a significant self-guided or tutorial-based skill foundation. In such cases, specific courses tailored to your needs might be more beneficial. Consider a Personal Mentorship for customized assignments, especially when combined with our Video Membership for access to all course content. This ensures a personalized approach based on your current skill set.