ART 247 - Introduction to Animation

Credit Hours: 4
Frequency of Offering: Offered in alternate years

This studio course will introduce students to the tools of a contemporary animation workflow, through projects that incorporate traditional methods with digital imaging and software applications. Students will learn basic principles of animation, storyboarding, character creation, sound design, and more. The course emphasizes the development of an experimental art practice. Lectures, readings, and screenings will introduce students to the history and principles of animation, and facilitate the exploration of form, method, and content in the artistic use of technology.

Prerequisite(s): None