Introduction to Animation Principles using Adobe Animate

🚀 Introduction to Animation Principles using Adobe Animate 🎨

Welcome to an enchanting world of animation where characters come to life under your skilled fingers! This is where your journey into the fundamentals of 2D character animation for both films and games begins. "Introduction to Animation Principles using Adobe Animate" is meticulously designed for enthusiasts and beginners alike who are eager to explore the art of animation.

Course Overview:

🎓 Aim: Introduce students to the core principles, techniques, and workflows in 2D character animation, providing a comprehensive understanding of the animation pipeline that is essential for both film and game industries.

🤹‍♂️ Objective: Equip you with the knowledge of animation principles and physics concepts to create believable and expressive animations. Through a series of progressively complex exercises, you'll build a robust foundation in character animation.

Course Structure:

The course is thoughtfully structured into several comprehensive modules that take you from the basics to advanced techniques. Each module includes real-time tutorials, planning sheets, and resource files to ensure you have all the tools necessary for success.

Modules Covered:

1. Introduction Lecture: An insightful discussion on Animation Principles vs Physics Principles.
2. Exercise 1: A bouncing ball on a place, focusing on creating a loop cycle.
3. Exercise 2: A bouncing ball in space, incorporating attenuation for realistic motion.
4. Exercise 3.1 & 3.2: A ball with a tail animation, first bouncing on a place with a loop cycle, then sliding in space.
5. The End and What's Next: Wrap up and discuss next steps to further enhance your skills.

Course Materials:

• Real-time animation workflow video from start to finish.
• 1 JPG file as a starting planning sheet for each exercise.
• 1 PDF file with key notes covering all animation tools, theory, and specific workflows.
• Progressive FLA source files for each lesson to follow along and practice.
• Exported animations in multiple formats to showcase your work.

Learning Journey:

Each exercise is carefully crafted to build upon the previous one, ensuring a gradual and effective learning experience. You'll start with an introduction to Adobe Animate's interface and progress through increasingly complex exercises that will hone your skills in applying animation principles.

🌱 After the Course:

Once you've completed this course, you'll have a deep understanding of what it takes to breathe life into characters. The role of a character animator is pivotal in visual storytelling, and by mastering these fundamentals, you will be able to craft animations that resonate with audiences and convey emotions effectively.

🚀 Embark on Your Animation Adventure! 🎬

This course lays the groundwork for your success as a character animator. From understanding the visual language of communication to gaining the confidence to tackle more complex projects, this is your first step towards becoming a proficient animation artist. Join us and let's animate something amazing together! 🖌️✨