Experimental 3D Animation

This course is designed to provide students with a solid foundation in industry-standard 3D animation production processes, while also exploring conceptual, innovative and critical approaches to 3D animation. Classes will consist of discussions, lectures, presentations, technical tutorials, assignments and critiques. Participants will learn keyframe animation, physics simulation, virtual cinematography and virtual lighting, texturing and rendering optimization. Students will also learn about sound production, post-production compositing, editing and output for installation. Through rigorous formal experimentation students will create imaginative work and make visual connections to the world at large. Workshop time will be used for practice, production, group discussion, mini-lessons screenings, research, experimentation and critique. Time outside of class: You will need 6 additional hours outside of class per week to revise, edit and render projects.