2D Digital Art Pixels and Sprites - Summer Camp

Welcome to 2D Digital Art: Pixels and Sprites, a creative and exciting program designed for kids in grades 4-10 who love to create 2D art and want to explore the world of pixel art and character sprite design. Our program is perfect for those who are inspired by classic video games, animations, and webtoons and want to learn how to create their own pixel-based artwork.

In this five-day course, we will focus on teaching participants how to design and create 2D pixel objects and character sprites using digital art tools. Our instructors will guide students through the process of bringing their creations to life with simple animation techniques. Participants will learn how to create their own unique character(s) and make 2D character sprites inspired by their favorite video games, as well as create pixel-based replicas of life-like backgrounds, items or structures. The program will also explore the basics of pixel art and design concepts, including how to use software specifically designed for pixel art and sprites.

At our core, we believe in student-centered learning with collaborative projects. Our program is designed to provide an interactive, engaging, and fun learning environment for participants. We believe that creativity is at its best when it is explored through interactive projects, games, and slides, so students can expect a blend of lecture, group discussion, and hands-on learning.

No prior experience is required, as our program is suitable for all levels. Whether your child is a beginner or an experienced artist, our instructors will provide personalized guidance and support to ensure that every student is able to develop their skills and achieve their creative goals.

Our program is structured into five, three-hour-long class meetings, which will take place once a day for five days. This provides ample time for participants to learn and practice their new skills, as well as work collaboratively with their peers. We also offer a flexible learning style, which allows participants to learn at their own pace, while also engaging in group projects and discussions.

Day 1 - Students will get an Introduction to Pixilart.com  and how they can help create 2D art. You will learn how layers work and start createing a basic sprite.
Day 2 - Students will learn how to do simple basic animation in  2D pixel art, Animate a magic potion bottle, animate a coin spinning and animate a character standing idle.
Day 3 - Students will learn about Creating a Background and start Adding simple animation to the landscape.
Day 4 - Students will taking the skills learned in other lessons and applying them to creating an avatar of themselves.
Day 5 - Students will Learn to adapt your art into bigger dimensions. Share your projects with your fellow campers.

At the end of the program, participants will have the opportunity to showcase their work and receive feedback from their instructors and peers. Our program is designed to empower students to express their creativity and explore their artistic abilities in a supportive and collaborative environment.

In summary, our program is perfect for kids who want to explore their artistic abilities, learn about 2D sprite art and pixel art and design concepts, and create their own unique pixel-based artwork. We believe in providing an interactive, engaging, and fun learning environment, and we are committed to helping every student achieve their creative goals. So, sign up today and let's start exploring the world of pixel art and character sprite design together!