ART 391 - Animation 1

(3 units)

Prerequisite(s): ART 130, ART 181, ART 291, or consent of instructor.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): ART 131, ART 184, ART 287; AH 111A, AH 111B. ART majors, Pre-Art BFA major, Pre-Studio Art BA major, and Pre-Art Illustration BFA major only. Exclude Freshmen.

Introduction to basic principles of traditional hand-drawn animation and creation of basic movement cycles using specific coordinating computer software. Focus on elements of weight, movement, timing and exaggeration. Provides an overview of alternative approaches to animation.

Letter grade only (A-F). Course fee may be required. (6 hours lab) Not open to students with credit in ART 391A.