In the Harmony module there is an introduction to the basics of animation, followed by the practical experience of the entire production cycle which leads to the making of a 2D Animation product. Completing the course is an analysis of the different styles and genres. There is also a detailed introduction to shot composition and sequence writing. The lessons cover storytelling through images, camera shots, language and conventions. The first stage is the creation of a Storyboard using our own software Toon Boom – Storyboard Pro, followed by all the production stages to the creation of an Animatic. The course’s objective is to give life to characters and stories by way of 2D digital animation: a professional path that prepares students for the world of large Animation companies. The largest Italian Animation Factory has devised a complete didactic programme aimed at the valorisation of an artist’s creativity and technical skills. Students may or may not choose to attend the instructed lab.Master in 2D Animation A complete course in 2D Animation with Storyboard Pro and Harmony. Familiarity with the Mac OS would be a plus, but not necessary.Ĭlasses include both lecture and instructed lab, though Instructed Lab is NOT mandatory. You must know how to draw and be computer literate. There will be assignments to help you learn the tools so be prepared to draw! This workshop will cover Drawing tools, both Vector and Bitmap layers, customizing the Interface and Preferences, mapping brushes to layers, how to Auto Matte characters, building animated brushes, understanding the Library, adding sound, understanding video layers, importing and working with 3D assets as well as well as many other tips and tricks. This class’s aim is to arm you with the tools you need to bend Storyboard Pro to your will and speed up your workflow. However, to be able to take advantage of the benefits of the program, users will need a deep familiarity of the processes to get the desired industry desired results.

For this reason it has become an essential storyboarding tool throughout the industry at studios such as Fox, Bento Box, Warner Bros, Cartoon Network, Disney TV, Warner Bros and more.

ToonBoom's Storyboard Pro is a fast way to digitally create storyboards.

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