For learners considering a future in creative arts & possibly animation, this project-based class offers a holistic approach to learning about animation fundamentals while using the industry's newest most powerful tool: Procreate Dreams. 

NOTE >>Learners must have these tools: An iPad, a compatible Apple pencil and the Procreate Dreams App. (Procreate Dreams is available from the Apple Store for a one-time cost of $19.99. It is a separate app from Procreate).

This class is also a project-based class designed with the serious creative student in mind. The drills and lessons taught will be applied in two particular projects modeled by the teacher. Though learners will have certain creative liberties, it is to be expected that the projects will follow specific outlines and rubrics. This means that there will be common project goals that each learner is working toward over the course of the semester. The short rubric of project standards is presented to help the learner and instructor evaluate goals being met and goals that need development. Though creativity is always encouraged, the reason I, the instructor, reserve the right to set project parameters is to maintain a high standard of instruction, keeping a cohesive application of the lessons being implemented AND working toward an achievable, successful outcome. (It's a fancy way of saying: I make sure the goals are realistic because animation can get hairy and overwhelming and it's very important to me that I help learners stay focused and manage their time and energy efficiently.) 

We will work in Procreate Dreams, a 2D animation app, while we also learn some fundamentals of animation, some modern history of animation and a bit about animators who changed the face of the industry, as well as terms and techniques specific to the industry as well as learning and implementing specific tools of Procreate Dreams to animate. 

Learners will be guided through step-by-step lessons and techniques and guided through the process of creating two portfolio-worthy short animations as in-class projects. This class offers guided technical help learning the tools available in the Procreate Dreams App while also inspiring the creative aspect of storytelling through examples of animation styles and individual animators who have revolutionized and shaped the world of animation.