Animation 2

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Learning outcomes of the course unit:

Deepen knowledge in theory of animation as well as gaining practical skills.

Mode of study:

Seminars.

Tutors:

Michaela Pavlátová, director and head of the Animation Department at FAMU

Michaela Hoffová, FAMU Animation department alumnus

Michael Carrington, director, stop motion animator, Animation Department teacher

Prerequisites and co-requisites:

Previous education in the field is welcome, but not required. Students should be albe to draw (even in simple manner), artistic sence and the ability to tell the story in images.

Course contents:

One-semester course in English introducing students the medium of animation to students. The course combines theoretical and practical part, is concludes with a short animation exercise or more short exercises (please see the note).

A / THEORY: Students will learn the specifics of the animated film, along with the instructor will discuss examples Czech and international animation films. They will become familiar with examples of genres and techniques of animatio, they will talk about the script, directing animation and animation techniques.

B / PREPARATION OF A FILM: Students will create topical story, screenplay and storyboard.

(The prepared screenplay might not end up as an executed film (lack of time) but has to lead to deeper understanding of specific animation language anyway.)

C / SHOOTING SHORT ANIMATION EXERCISE: Cutout technology under the photo camera. Alternatively the computer animation.

Recommended or required reading:

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Assessment methods and criteria:

Attendance and performance. The pass grade is given upon tutor´s mutual agreement and evaluation.

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Note:

90 minutes class

The course includes homeworks and during the working on exercise students work above the school contact hours.

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No schedule has been prepared for this course

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