Animation using the computer: for beginners

Combining the traditional methods of drawn and cut-out animation with computer techniques, you will make short animations using Flash. This is the application of choice for creating animations for both film and the web. All levels welcome.

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Key course information

Dates
24/04/12 - 03/07/12

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
10 weeks

Time
18:00 - 21:00

Fees
Full fee: £284
Senior fee: £284
Concession: £141

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VG304

Availability
Available
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Course outline

What is the course about?

This course uses the application Flash to introduce you to the traditional and experimental techniques of drawn and cut-out animation.

What topics will we cover?

Session 1: View and discuss examples of animation. Introduction to the drawing tools of Flash. Introduction to creating key frames. Exercise in drawn frame by frame animation.
Session 2: Using frame by frame animation to create short animated sequence.
Session 3: Drawing on film using the animation technique of creative rotascoping.
Session 4: Intro to and exercises in animating changes of shape using shape tweening
Session 5: Intro to and exercises in animating changes in position and scale using classic tweening and combining it with shape tweening.
Session 6: Intro to creating and using animated symbols.
Session 7: Creating animated transformations in 3D using motion tweens and animating objects along a path.
Session 8: Preparing photos in Photoshop for animation in Flash. Intro to importing and animating photographic images
Session 9: Animating photographic images using motion tweens across different layers
Session10: Importing and synching sound. Burn CD’s.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- By the end of this course you should be able to:
- Use the drawing tools in Flash
- Create drawn animations using keyframes
- Create animations using shape tweening to animate changes in shape
- Create animations using motion tweening to animate transformations
- Understand how to prepare photographic images for use in Flash
- Import and animate photographic images in Flash
- Import sound and synch sound to animation in Flash
- Export animated sequences as QuickTime movies.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This is an introductory course. You do not need to have any experience in animation or in the application Flash. You do need to have some basic experience of using a computer. You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions to support demonstrations, hand-outs and for health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple and calculations. Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Demonstrations, practical exercises and projects, individual guidance and notes. There will be no work set for outside the class, though practice outside the class is encouraged as it will help improve your progress.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

No additional costs. You might like to bring a pen and notebook to record your own notes and ideas.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

You can develop your animation skills further in the After Effects and Creative Animation courses offered by City Lit. You can also use the work you created to access Higher Education courses in animation and the digital moving image.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays - 9.00 -12.00 & 15:00-18:00

Thursdays - 9.00-12.00

Saturdays - 14.00-17.00

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Dates	Day(s)	Time	Duration	Fees	Snr	Conc	Code	Availability
24/04/12 to 03/07/12	Tue	18:00 - 21:00	10 weeks	£284	£284	£141	VG304	Started	» Select
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