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Udacity

Digital Animation Fundamentals

via Udacity

Overview

Create captivating animations using powerful open-source software with a straightforward hands-on approach. This introductory course provides a guide to digital animation principles with real-world application in Synfig Studio.

Syllabus

  • Introduction to Digital Animation
    • Take a step into the exciting world of digital animation, exploring the fundamental principles of animation, which is the foundation of any animated production.
  • Drawing for Animation
    • Learn the art of drawing by exploring fundamental principles that will enhance character design, storyboarding, and storytelling skills to produce cohesive and imaginative artwork.
  • Keyframe Animation
    • Give your digital artwork the illusion of movement through the use of keyframes and techniques such as onion skinning to create smooth and visually appealing animated sequences.
  • Tweening Techniques
    • Learn how to use tweening techniques to save time when animating and to generate additional drawings between keyframes to create smooth and appealing animation.

Taught by

Kemar McInnis

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