Steamboat Willie (1928) revolutionized animation as the first cartoon to include sound that fully matched the actions on screen. As seen in gallery 2, achieving this effect required creative innovations in sound recording. In this workshop, learn about the Cinephone sound system, the metronome ball, and the process of creating practical sound effects. Using everyday objects, you will work collaboratively to create sounds that synchronize perfectly with a piece of animation.
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This year we celebrate the 90th anniversary of one of our favorite animated characters, Goofy. For generations, this lovable character has made quite...
Sat, Jul 9 | 10:30am–noon PT - Workshops Virtual
This year we celebrate the 90th anniversary of one of our favorite animated characters, Goofy. For generations, this lovable character has made quite...
Sat, Jul 9 | 1–2:30pm PT - Workshops Virtual
In 1932, a certain guffawing character made his first appearance in Mickey’s Revue (1932) and eventually developed into the beloved Goofy. Over 90...
Sun, Jul 17 | 10:30am–12:30pm - Workshops Virtual
From the earliest years of animation to today, artists have relied on gag humor to entertain their audiences. One of the most famous animated...
Sat, Jul 23 | 10:30am–noon PT - Workshops Virtual
From the earliest years of animation to today, artists have relied on gag humor to entertain their audiences. One of the most famous animated...
Sat, Jul 23 | 1–2:30pm PT Within the world of animation, cloaks are an iconic item of clothing for fantastical adventures. A gust of wind side-sweeping a cape can make for an...
Sat, Aug 13 | 10:30am–noon PTWithin the world of animation, cloaks are an iconic item of clothing for fantastical adventures. A gust of wind side-sweeping a cape can make for an...
Sat, Aug 13 | 1–2:30pm PTThis month marks the 80th anniversary of the feature-length film Bambi (1942). In the classic film, life in the woods is painted through breathtaking...
Sun, Aug 21 | 10:30am–12:30pm- Workshops Virtual
Every hero needs a dynamic pose, action, or movement to visually tell the audience how amazing they are. Join as we explore the dynamic acts of...
Sat, Aug 27 | 10:30am–noon PT - Workshops Virtual
Every hero needs a dynamic pose, action, or movement to visually tell the audience how amazing they are. Join as we explore the dynamic acts of...
Sat, Aug 27 | 1–2:30pm PT