Introduction+to+Animation

In this unit, we study traditional animation concepts. Although we use the computers as a drawing tool, we create each frame individually. Students begin with Key Frames, to extablish the action, and then create In-Between Frames to transition from "Point A" to "Point B" with fluid motion. Students create short gif. animation files, suitable for use in a website.
 * Introduction to Animation**

You can download a 30 day trial (after 30 days, it won't work) of a simple GIF animation program for home use, free, here: []

**Basic Skills:** - digital drawing - frame-by-frame animation - nonverbal communication/ storytelling - planning and execution (taking an idea from concept to final product)

First, students will complete a series of simple, skill building animations to learn the basics. Once the basics have been mastered, students will create more complex, creative animations of their own design.
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