Welcome Students: Get Materials and Begin Intro Activity. Download Animation magazine (2006 Issue). * PDF file

The class will explore the art of animation/motion graphics techniques and genres. It will also focus on various styles of animation and time-based media. This course will also cover basic storyboarding and sound. Emphasis on 2D animation software or digital imaging software. The history of animation, current technologies and trends will be introduced as well.

Create animation using motion/shape tweening, morphing; use cell and path animation techniques Write scripts & storyboards; develop concepts and narratives for animation Use the basic graphic and animation tools in Adobe Flash and After Effects Assemble an entry-level portfolio of short animation projects and examples