Humanities Arts Cultural Stu 0251 - Animation and Sequential Thinking

Animation can be used to illustrate the unspoken, document the unseen, and interpret the everyday. This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of frame by frame filmmaking and handcrafted cinema. Prior experience is not necessary. Camera-less techniques, stop motion, cut-out and alternative approaches to image design and acquisition are introduced as well as camera work, hand-processing, and editing. The development of personal vision is stressed. Our class periods will be used for discussion related to the production of animation; historical screenings to give you a sense of how other makers have approached the topic at hand; demonstrations, exercises and workshops to familiarize you with concepts, processes and equipment; and critiques of your work. (keywords: film, animation, art, video, drawing)

Time and Narrative This course may include both in-person and remote elements, but can accommodate fully remote students. Lab fee: $65. Students in this course can expect to spend 10 to 12 hours weekly on work and preparation outside of class time.