BA ( HONS )/ MArt
2D OR 3D
THE ART OF COMPUTER ANIMATION
TUTOR BLOG
Check out Alex , our Dean of Animation and VFX ’ s blog at escapestudios animation . blogspot . com
2D ANIMATION
This course follows 2D specialist modules using traditional drawing skills and leveraging them through digital tools , sketch-visualisation , backgrounds , lighting and shading .
3D ANIMATION
A range of industry-standard 3D animation techniques are covered on this course alongside animation mechanics like locomotion , flexibility and weight .
DRAWINGS
We ’ d love to see final pieces along with any sketches that led to the creation or design of the work . Life drawing examples are also great to see .
ANIMATION
It ’ s great if you ’ ve had a go at some kind of animation , whether it ’ s hand-drawn , digital or some stop motion on your phone .
DIGITAL WORK
Try your hand at free software like Blender , or any 2D drawing tool . We ’ re happy to see any kind of animation experimentation in any medium . While you don ’ t have to have digital work , it may be beneficial to have a go at using it .
STORYBOARDING
This is the initial conceptual process that ’ s needed before any feature can be made and gives animators a chance to create frame by frame ideas . This will allow us to see your creative thought process .
The perfect portfolio shows a blend of creativity and technical skill . It ’ s nice to see a mixture of traditional media , such as drawing and 3D artwork .
ALEX WILLIAMS
Dean of Animation and Visual Effects UNDERGRADUATE PORTFOLIO GUIDE 07