Learn Animation - Animation For Beginners

Course details

start your creative journey with our Learn Animation - Animation for Beginners course, designed for those just beginning their animation journey. No prior experience is required; this course simplifies animation, making it accessible and enjoyable to all. Explore the world of animated storytelling, where you'll discover the joy of bringing characters and ideas to life.
This beginner-friendly course walks you through the fundamentals of animation in simple steps. Learn the fundamentals of movement, character design, and storytelling, laying the groundwork for your creative expression. Our knowledgeable instructors share industry knowledge and practical advice to help you navigate the fascinating world of animation.
This course is about more than just learning; it's about embracing the art form and expressing your unique creativity through the fluidity of motion.

Course Curriculum

INTRODUCTION

• Introduction

THE 12 PRINCIPLES OF ANIMATION

• Introduction of the 12 Principles of AnimationSquash and Stretch
• Ease In and Ease Out
• Timing
• Anticipation
• Follow Through and Overlapping Action
• Exaggeration
• Arcs
• Secondary Action
• Pose to Pose and Straight Ahead
• Appeal
• Staging
• Solid Drawing

JUMPING ELEPHANT

• Jumping Elephant Part 1
• Jumping Elephant Part 2

WALKCYCLE

• Introduction
• Overview of The App Flippa Clip
• Walkcycle of Cartoony Elephant – Part 1
• Walkcycle of Cartoony Elephant – Part 2, Overlapping Action
• Walkcycle of Cartoony Elephant – Part 3, Adding The Ears
• Walkcycle of Cartoony Elephant – Part 4, Outlines
• Walkcycle of Cartoony Elephant – Part 5, Clean up
• Walkcycle of Cartoony Elephant – Part 6, Adding the eyes
• Walkcycle of Cartoony Elephant – Part 7, Adding the Pupils
• Walkcycle of Cartoony Elephant – Part 8, Coloring
• Walkcycle of Cartoony Elephant – Part 9, Adding Shadows
• Walkcycle of Cartoony Elephant – Part 10, Adding Background
• Walkcycle of Cartoony Elephant – Part 11, Coloring the Background

RUNCYCLE

• Runcycle – INTRODUCTION
• RunCycle of a Cartoony Bunny – Part 1, Draw the frames
• RunCycle of a Cartoony Bunny – Part 2, Refining the Drawings
• RunCycle of a Cartoony Bunny – Part 3, Adding the Ears
• RunCycle of a Cartoony Bunny – Part 4, Front Run
• RunCycle of a Cartoony Bunny – Part 5, Adding the Facials

DIALOGUE

• Dialogue – Drawing Thumbnails
• Dialogue – Timing the Key Poses
• Dialogue – Polishing the Animation

Learning Outcomes

• Understanding the Core of Animation:
• Master animation tools and navigate technical aspects with ease.
• Create engaging animations that will connect with and captivate your audience.
• Develop a critical eye by constantly refining and improving your work.
• Learn how to use visually appealing animations to tell powerful stories.

Updated on 30 November, 2023