This program will introduce the process for creating traditional and computer animation. Participants will have an opportunity to learn and practice animation techniques through hands-on exercises. The following topic areas will be covered: * Drawing for Animation Gesture Drawing, Anatomy Basics, Cleanup and Inbetweening * Design Character Design, Layout Design, Perspective Basics, Animation Posing * Animation Principles and Timing Principles of Animation, Timing, Animating to Dialogue, Character Animation * Digital Animation Introduction to creating Computer Animation using Adobe Flash software

On successful completion of this program, graduates will be able to: * design and prepare a portfolio of artwork suitable for applying to a full-time post-secondary animation program. * produce a portfolio that integrates the principles, techniques and skills acquired in their coursework * develop introductory level competencies in the areas of character and location design, life-drawing and animation * demonstrate the knowledge, dedication and work ethic required to be a successful member of a creative team * create a future career plan of action to by continually developing a portfolio through learning and practice