Basics of Adobe Animate for Animators

🎨 Basics of Adobe Animate for Animators: Learn to Draw, Rig, and Animate a Cartoon Car 🚀

ABOUT THE COURSE

Embark on a journey into the vibrant world of 2D animation with our Basics of Adobe Animate course. This short introductory program is tailored to guide you through the tools and workflows behind cut-out animation. 🖌️

In this hands-on course, you'll transform a blank canvas into a delightful 2-second cartoon car animation at 24FPS. The journey from zero to a complete animated sequence is meticulously structured to introduce you to the intricacies of cut-out animation, which is essential for game animations regardless of the style or character you wish to animate.

The course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the animation process within Adobe Animate, from setting up your canvas to the final sequence. You'll gain insights into the rigging process in connection with character animation, setting the foundation for creating your own characters and animations. 🚗✨

HOW TO APPROACH THE COURSE

This course is designed to be followed at a real-time pace, making it as close to a live workshop experience as possible. Each lesson begins with a brief introduction to set the goal and outline the expected outcome. You'll also receive specific working FLA files to accompany each lesson, ensuring you can follow along seamlessly. 🎥

The interface and tools are explained intuitively, as they are used throughout the course – no overwhelming information upfront; just the right guidance at the right time.

COURSE MODULES AND LESSONS

The course is thoughtfully divided into 5 modules, each focusing on a different aspect of the animation process through a practical exercise. The end goal? A 2-second cartoon car animation that travels across the screen and jumps over an obstacle. 🛠️

Section 1: Forward Note

• A brief note about the journey ahead in learning 2D animation with Adobe Animate.

Section 2: Scene Setup

• Lesson 1: Scene Setup and Drawing - Lay down the foundations of your cartoon car's scene and start bringing your character to life.

Section 3: Rigging

• Lesson 2: Rigging Step 1. Layering - Learn how to layer your cartoon car for a more three-dimensional effect.
• Lesson 3: Rigging Step 2. Hierarchy Setup - Set up the hierarchy of your character, ensuring that movements will be smooth and natural.

Section 4: Animation

• Lesson 4: Animation Step 1. Distance vs Time - Understand the principles of timing and spacing in animation.
• Lesson 5: Animation Step 2. Jump Over Obstacle - Master the art of creating a convincing jump sequence for your cartoon car.
• Lesson 6: Animation Step 3. Contacts and Weight - Add realism to your animations by considering the weight and contact points of your character.
• Lesson 7: Animation Step 4. Wheels Deformation - Learn how to animate deformations that give life to the wheels of your cartoon car.
• Lesson 8: Animation Step 5. Finalising the Animation - Polish your animation to a professional standard.

Section 5: Export

• Lesson 9: Export the Final Animation - Get your animation ready for the world by exporting it in various formats, including SWF and MP4.

WORKING FILES:

To accompany each lesson, you'll receive a suite of working files, including:

• 1 JPG reference sheet for drawing your cartoon car.
• 2 JPG reference sheets providing an overview of the Adobe Animate interface and common shortcuts to save you time.
• 8 FLA files, progressively saved as you advance through each lesson, allowing you to follow along and see how your animation develops.
• Exported animation in multiple file formats (SWF and MP4) for easy sharing and review.

With this comprehensive set of resources and a structured approach to learning, you're set to dive into the world of Adobe Animate and bring your animations to life! 🌟

Start your animation journey today and transform your creativity into engaging animations with Basics of Adobe Animate for Animators course!