In this six-week class, take the traditional animation techniques that Walt and his team used daily with pencil and paper, and move them into the digital world. Learn skills and software using Toon Boom to create hand-drawn animation on the computer. This class will focus on introductory-level animation exercises and is designed for students with little to no animation experience. Class assignments will be split into three weeks of physics-based animation and three weeks of character animation.
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Fairies, dwarves, mermaids, and elves have a special place in the realm of fantasy. These iconic figures are not only found in ancient fables and...
Mon–Fri, Jun 30–Jul 11 | 9am–3pm
(no class Jul 4, half-day Jul 11) - Summer Classes Classes
A hero comes in many shapes and forms. Join us as we take a leap into what it means being a woman in animation. Students will study narrative...
Mon–Fri, Jun 30–Jul 11 | 9am–3pm
(no class Jul 4, half-day Jul 11) - Summer Classes Classes
It’s time to roll into adventure and prepare your spell slot sheets, travelers! Come join us on an incredible journey as we mix writing, visual art...
Mon–Fri, Jul 14–25 | 9am–3pm
(half-day Jul 25) - Summer Classes Classes
Throughout recorded history, artists have utilized different mediums and tools to uniquely express themselves visually. In today’s industry, digital...
Mon–Fri, Jul 14–25 | 9am–3pm
(half-day Jul 25) - Summer Classes Classes
Whether it be a movie, a television show, or a video game, trailers help draw in viewers and give a glimpse of a new story that a studio is excited to...
Mon–Fri, Jul 28–Aug 8 | 9am–3pm
(half-day Aug 8) - Summer Classes Classes
“This town ain’t big enough for the both of us…” does not apply to this Class! Saddle up and reach for the sky as we honor the 70th anniversary of...
Mon–Fri, Jul 28–Aug 8 | 9am–3pm
(half-day Aug 8) While animation often involves movement, there are other art forms that have integrated themselves to help further reinforce the story and its...
Every Sat, Aug 23–Sep 27 | 10am–noon- Classes
Needle felting is a multifaceted artform in which the artist can sculpt various creations out of thin strands of felt, and even bring these designs to...
Every Sat, Aug 23–Sep 27 | 1:30pm–3:30pm Animation is a versatile medium that allows animators to explore storytelling beyond traditional drawing. Paper, clay, and even sand have proven to be...
Every Wed, Aug 27–Oct 15 | 4–6pmThis eight-week course continues to refine artist and animator skills explored in After School Animation I/Beginner. Continuing students should arrive...
Every Wed, Aug 27-Oct 15 | 4–6pmDogs come in all unique shapes and sizes—it’s no wonder that these loveable creatures have been given the title of “Man’s Best Friend.” Grab your...
Every Sat, Sep 27–Nov 1 | 10am–noon PSTDogs come in all unique shapes and sizes—it’s no wonder that these loveable creatures have been given the title of “Man’s Best Friend.” Grab your...
Every Sat, Sep 27–Nov 1 | 1–3pm PST