Animation at Arts Academy

Why Study Animation

From 2D animation to 3D computer-generated imagery, our high school Animation students build a solid foundation in the moving image (timing, staging, and motion), developing character, story, and cinematic techniques, while navigating the complex relationship among intention, concept, and narrative. You'll discover a variety of physical and digital media, as well as new and emerging technologies. You’ll design convincing characters in imagined, experimental, or nonfiction animations that connect with an intended audience on large and small screens.

What You’ll Learn

In the Animation program, you’ll have the opportunity to explore cross-disciplinary coursework in Film & New Media, Visual Arts, Creative Writing, Music Production & Engineering, and other disciplines. Animators have the opportunity to work with special guest artists from a variety of animation fields through immersive hands-on workshops, presentations, and master classes.

As a student at our boarding school for animation, you will:

• Create animations from original concept through design to the final production.
• Design storyboards and sets or backgrounds that incorporate principles of composition, perspective, and color through a variety of 2D, 3D, and digital media.
• Assemble story elements of character, conflict, and resolution in order to actively engage the audience.
• Communicate ideas, emotion, and intent effectively in visual, oral, and written forms.
• Generate work that reflects initiative, creativity, flexibility, and a personal voice.

Core Curriculum

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