Character Animation I

The Character Animation I Course focuses on the basics of creating strong character animation in 3D software. Students develop methods for planning an animation, which helps them learn to create work effectively and efficiently. Students also explore what is important in creating movement that appears lifelike and believable for a character. The goal of this course is to teach students to create bi-pedal animation that implements strong posing, good staging, and the basic mechanics of motion using a rigged character.

Course Outline

• Animation Fundamentals to Complex Movement
• Scene Composition and Staging
• Entertainment Analysis
• Acting Theory, Development, and Techniques
• Group Participation and Critique