Animation – Advancing Skills (stage 2)

This course has been developed for aspiring animators aged 12-16.

This is an advanced course to allow young artists to further develop and practice their animation skills. It's beneficial if your young artist has already studied Animation – an Introduction (stage 1) or has some previous experience with animation.

Yes of course! If you'd like to discuss if this course is suitable for your young artist, get in touch with us: email saturdayartschool@aub.ac.uk or call +44 (0) 1202 363222.

£259

• All course materials and resources
• Everything your young artist will need to take part in the course will be provided by us – no hidden costs!

• Classes are practical, so wear clothes that you don't mind your young artists getting messy
• Drinks and snacks for break time and duration of class; please ensure snacks do not contain nuts
• It's strongly advised phones, tablets and other valuables are not brought to class. Any personal possessions are the responsibility of your young artist and AUB will not be liable for any loss or damage

• 2D animation
• Story development
• Concept art
• Storyboarding
• Advanced skills in using industry-standard animation software
• Acting for animation

At the end of the course your young artist will:

• Possess improved artistic skills, including drawing and design techniques.
• Have an improved understanding of animation production, including story development, storyboarding, and concept art.
• Possess and be able to put into practice a progressive understanding of the principles of animation.
• Have a sound understanding of industry-standard animation software and its capabilities.
• Have an understanding of the importance of preparation, practice, and perseverance within animation.
• Be able to develop their ideas and bring them to life using industry-standard animation equipment.
• Have increased confidence in their own skills.
• Feel inspired by the new skills they've learnt and from sharing ideas with new friends.
• Have the foundations to continue creating beyond this course.
• You can request a certificate to confirm your young artist's achievements, providing they have 100% attendance record. To request a certificate please get in touch with us at academy@aub.ac.uk and confirm name of your young artist and the title of course they've completed.