Digital Artistry: Cartoon Animation Online

DIGITAL ARTISTRY: CARTOON ANIMATION ONLINE
Ages 11-18

Design and animate your very own cartoon!

Do you love comics and cartoons? Maybe a particular style of Anime has caught your eye? Whether it is a cartoon strip in the local paper or a feature film with hundreds of animators, it is all cartoons in one form or another. Students will look at some of the common components and improve their skills by examining elements such as character design, art styles, storyboarding, framing, and timing. There is no one definitive style of cartoon, and so too will students learn to appreciate, improve, or adjust their skills in the wonderful world of cartooning.

Hands-on for Students, Hands-off for Parents: Students will explore the artistic process with a STEAM approach and seek creative solutions alongside other students their age. Through guided projects and peer feedback, students will have the opportunity to interact with other artists and share their interests in all things anime!

Ages: 11 – 18
Dates: April 17 – May 22, 2021 (6 weeks)
Times: Saturdays, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm EST
Tuition: $181
Location: Zoom (Details provided in Welcome Letter)

Sample Schedule

11:00 am – 11:10 am

Welcome and Introduction to Activities

11:10 am – 11:50 am

Guided Projects & Small Groups

11:50 am – 12:00 pm

Wrap up and Discussion

Requirements

Access to one of the following software: Adobe Photoshop and/or Adobe Premiere is recommended, or Free software options Krita and/or ShotCut
(Please note: Instructors will not be able to assist students with software other than those listed above.)
Computer, tablet, or smart phone on a tripod or table with internet access and audio/video capabilities. Please check to be sure your computer or device meets these requirements before registering for this program.
All online programs require students to have, at minimum: high-speed internet access, a computer/tablet/smart phone with a built-in camera and microphone capable of running the video conferencing tool Zoom. For best performance, here are our recommended technical requirements:
- Operating Systems
  macOS 10.13 or newer
  Windows 10
  Chrome OS
  Apple iOS and Android
- Computer Speed and Processor
  Use a Mac five years old or newer, or other device three years old or newer, if possible.
  8 GB of RAM (tablets may not be fast enough to work with software)
  2 GHz processor
- Internet Speed
  Minimum of 1.5 Mbps download and 800 Kbps upload

Registration is full. Please join our waitlist!

PROGRAM FACULTY

Zachary Rhoades
Multimedia Artist
Read more about Mr. Rhoades

Zachary Rhoades has been working in media since 2003, and taught undergraduate courses in animation, storyboarding, greenscreen, and production at Art Institute of D.C. and George Mason University. In addition to his professional experience, Mr. Rhoades is an avid fan of all things nerd and geek, including cartoons, comics, and video games. Mr. Rhoades has created and contributed to multiple independent comics and books and is a regular contributor to “The Saturday Morning Cartoonists” podcast. Mr. Rhoades earned his bachelor’s degree in computer graphics and animation from George Mason University, and he is currently working on the independent publishing of his illustrated novel series “GENE515.”

Please note that group classes are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment is not reached.
The Academy will not be responsible for students unable to participate due to lack of technology and will be unable to offer any refunds in this event.
Be sure to check our policies and procedures regarding registration, withdrawals, refunds, and more for fall or spring group classes.
All students will receive a Welcome Letter via email at least 1 week before the class starts with all necessary details including class schedule, supply list, web links, etc.
For additional information, please contact the Academy at academy@gmu.edu.

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