Animation (3)

An introduction to techniques for 3d computer animation such as 3d modeling, 3d rendering, keyframing, performance animation, procedural methods, motion capture and simulation. The course also includes an overview of storyboarding, scene composition, cinematography and visual effects. 

The course will explore current research topics in computer graphics and animation such as Physically Based Rendering, programmable shaders, facial animation, behavioral animation and their use in artificial life and interactive systems.  

Creative concepts and analysis in Animation as media art will be developed through course readings, screenings, discussion and activities. Tutorials and Labs will be held online so a newer computer with 16 GB+ RAM with a good CPU is required, tablet computers or older laptops won't meet the requirments. Online labs will cover modeling, texturing, rendering, rigging and animation. The course has a perpetual Discord server for support and discussions.

An introduction to techniques for 3D computer animation such as keyframing, performance animation, procedural methods, motion capture, and simulation. The course also includes an overview of story-boarding, scene composition, lighting and sound track generation. The course will explore current research topics in computer animation such as facial animation, behavioral animation, artificial life and interactive systems.