Classes & Workshops

This eight-week course focuses on one of these concepts each class by working traditionally with paper and pencil. Using a light table students create, trace and refine their drawings frame-by-frame. Whether you are just starting out or building up skills, traditional animation is your playground.

This eight-week course continues to refine artist and animator skills explored in After School Animation. Continuing students should arrive prepared to work with software and digital drawing tools while gaining additional animation techniques and tips. Students will be working to build portfolio...

Animation is a versatile medium that allows animators to explore storytelling beyond traditional drawing. Paper, clay, and even sand have proven to be other unique ways to animate a tale. This eight-week course will focus on understanding basic animation principles, with each class working with a...

Dogs come in all unique shapes and sizes—it is no wonder that these lovable creatures have been given the title of “Man’s Best Friend.” Grab your leashes and hang on tight as we take a brisk walk through the illustration of dogs in animation over the centuries. In this six-week Virtual Class, we...

Dogs come in all unique shapes and sizes—it is no wonder that these lovable creatures have been given the title of “Man’s Best Friend.” Grab your leashes and hang on tight as we take a brisk walk through the illustration of dogs in animation over the centuries. In this six-week Virtual Class, we...

Who doesn’t want to be a cat? Come and jazz out with us in this special workshop celebrating the 55th anniversary of The Aristocats (1970). While learning about the history of the animated feature, we will also see how these fluffy felines have been illustrated over the years in television series...

Who doesn’t want to be a cat? Come and jazz out with us in this special workshop celebrating the 55th anniversary of The Aristocats (1970). While learning about the history of the animated feature, we will also see how these fluffy felines have been illustrated over the years in television series...

There may be more than what meets the eye in this crafty workshop! In honor of the 20th anniversary of Walt Disney Pictures & Walden Media, LLC’s The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe (2005), we will look at concept art of the film and the original source material. Then...

In this fun and hands-on session, learn how to make your drawings truly come to life and put your creativity in the spotlight! Join us in our Art Studio where you can enjoy evening cocktails and follow along as our Education staff teaches you step-by-step instructions on capturing dynamic cat...

Who doesn’t want to be a cat? Come and jazz out with us in this special workshop celebrating the 55th anniversary of The Aristocats (1970). While learning about the history of the animated feature, we will also see how these fluffy felines have been illustrated over the years in television series...

Who doesn’t want to be a cat? Come and jazz out with us in this special workshop celebrating the 55th anniversary of The Aristocats (1970). While learning about the history of the animated feature, we will also see how these fluffy felines have been illustrated over the years in television series...

The Art Playground is for families with children ages 3 to 6. In our Learning Center, we will be embracing the Winter season and teaching simple art techniques. Children can use their imagination and new skills to create their festively themed items. Our Education staff will be present to support...

The Artist Studio is geared toward adult and children ages 7 and up. Exploring the world of animation, guests can step into our Learning Center to discover aspects of stop-motion and specific film techniques. Our Education staff will be present to support, encourage, and inspire students to grab...

If it is adventure you seek, then look no further than this Studio Series! Join us as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of Walt Disney Television Animation’s Adventures of the Gummi Bears (1985). We will dive in behind the scenes of how this beloved television show series was developed and the...

If it is adventure you seek, then look no further than this Studio Series! Join us as we celebrate the 40th anniversary of Walt Disney Television Animation’s Adventures of the Gummi Bears (1985). We will dive in behind the scenes of how this beloved television show series was developed and the...