DIGI 220 - Fundamentals of Animation

Institution:

Point Park University

Subject:

DIGITAL ARTS

Description:

Course Description: An introduction to general animation techniques, this course combines theoretical elements of film aesthetics with practical experience in animation filmmaking. Students are exposed to all types of animated film production through lectures, film presentations, studio work and outside assignments. Class projects include: drawn animation, cell animation, stops motion, clay animation, rotoscoping and experimental techniques. This course is a prerequisite for all intermedia and advanced animation courses. Prerequisite: DIGI 102. Course Objectives (1) Create animation with a variety of techniques commonly used in the industry (2) Use a variety of 2d media (both digital and traditional) to create different visual styles in animation (3) Use stop motion techniques to create animation (4) Use experimental techniques such as sand and paint animation (5) Demonstrate an understanding of timing and movement as it relates to the aforementioned techniques (6) Work with technical equiment such as cameras, computers and lighting.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.pointpark.edu

Phone Number:

(412) 391-4100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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