Level 2: Physics & Body Mechanics
Level 2: Physics & Body Mechanics
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Continuing where Level 1 leaves off, Level 2 will introduce the student to the concepts of physics (and how they apply to animated motion) and body mechanics (the way joints and structure are utilized during basic locomotion: i.e. walking, running, jumping, etc.). We will also explore the concepts of adding emotion and acting to animation, further enforcing the idea of bringing a character to life.
LEVEL 1 ANIMATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ORDER TO REGISTER FOR LEVEL 2 ANIMATION
OPTIONS OFFERED
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Prerequisite
The Animation Course, Level 1
As with Level 1, Level 2 can be experienced in any form of animation (hand drawn, computer, etc.).
Topics Covered
Weight and balance
Basic human structure
Force
Body language
Examining human walks and runs
Acting and expression
Communication and the face
Joint critiques of student work
and much more
Software Requirements
There is free or low cost animation software available, but you will need access to a computer that will run it. You may also choose to run your own software as long as you are able to show your animation in a video. See our software recommendations here.
Course Formats
1. Live Classes: Meets 1x/week with full access to teacher; homework is graded by a professional animator. 2 to 4 hours per week of additional live interactive opportunities such as Live Streaming sessions and Live Grader Q and A’s.
2. Recordings With Grading: Watch the recording anytime during the week of the live class with full access to teacher; homework is graded by a professional animator. 2 to 4 hours per week of additional live interactive opportunities such as Live Streaming sessions and Live Grader Q and A’s.
3. Recordings Only: Watch the recording anytime (all year round) but NO access to teacher and NO homework grading.
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Session Dates
Sessions are usually around 12 weeks long.
There are three opportunities per year to attend a Live Class or view Recordings with Grading: Spring Session, Summer Session, and Fall Session.
You can sign up for the Recordings Only option anytime during the year!
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