JMA 409 - Character Animation

Institution:

Duquesne University

Subject:

JMA - Journalism/Media Arts

Description:

Character animation is about an artist bringing a character to life. The student practices with 2D and 3D animation software to draw or pose characters, but also will learn to develop a sense of timing, of observation, mannerisms, and movement. Students also learn to be an actor, having a sense of what makes something alive and natural and how to bring an inanimate character to life. This course ranges from conventional character animation techniques such as walk cycles and lip sync to computer animation, along with tips for giving characters the illusion of life. PRE-REQ: JMA 407.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.duq.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 396-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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