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Learning outcomes |
- Allows for the connection between concepts between drawing and 2D digital animation, considering the creation of environments through the insertion of objects and characters into the space, using 2D digital drawing and animation software as a means of expression;
- Create environments, objects, and characters in digital graphic representation, using formal manipulation based on the visual exploration of pre-existing formal structures;
- Implement and understand the stages of a 2D digital animation project based on three phases: pre-production, production, and post-production.
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Syllabus |
Individual/group digital animation project:
- Pre-production: Ideas and concepts; exploration of similar projects; synopsis/script; visual research, references, and animation aesthetics; storyboard; concept design; project poster.
- Production: Execution of digital drawing and 2D digital animation; framing, shots, and dramatic intensity; Motion concepts: relative movement, parallax effect, light, atmospheric density, and chromatic variation;
- Post-production: Final editing, sound design, credits; promotional poster; trailer.
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Main Bibliography |
Ball, R., Beck, J. & Katzenberg, J., 2004. Animation art: from pencil to pixel, the history of cartoon, anime & cgi. London : Flame Tree.
Wyatt, A., 2011. The Complete Digital Animation Course: the principles, practice and Techniques of Successful Digital Animation. Thames &Hudson Ltd.
Wester, C. 2005. Animation The Mechanics of motion. Focal Press.
Simon, M. 2007. Storyboards: Motion in Art. 3rd Edition. Focal Press
Blair, P., 1999. Cartoon : l'animation sans peine. Köln: Evergreen.
Chong, A., 2008. Digital animation. Lausanne: AVA.
Comparato, D., 1992. Da criação ao guião. Lisboa: Pergaminho.
Massironi, M., 1996. Ver pelo desenho : aspectos técnicos, cogntivos, comunicativos. Lisboa: Edições 70.
McGloughlin, S., 2001. Multimedia: concepts and practice. Upper Saddle River: Prentice Hall.
Nicolaïdes, K., 2008. The natural way to draw : a working plan for art study. London: Souvenir Press.
Raffaell, L., 1996. Ames dessinees du cartoon aux mangas. Paris: Dreamland.
Rosand, D., 2002. Draw
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