2D Animation Fundamentals: Bringing Drawings to Life

2D animation remains a foundational skill in digital art and storytelling. This course introduces participants to the principles of motion, timing, and character acting, while exploring digital animation tools like Adobe Animate and Toon Boom Harmony.

Learners will practice frame-by-frame animation, motion cycles, and lip-sync techniques. By completing hands-on projects, students will develop fluid animations and gain confidence in creating expressive motion for films, games, and interactive media.

Sections Included:

1. Introduction to 2D Animation – Principles, tools, and workflows.
2. Keyframes and Timing – Understanding motion and pacing.
3. Character Motion and Expression – Bringing characters to life.
4. Loops and Cycles – Creating seamless animation sequences.
5. Digital Tools for 2D Animation – Adobe Animate, Toon Boom, and tablet integration.
6. Lip-Sync and Dialogue Animation – Syncing movement with speech.
7. Capstone Project – Producing a complete animated short.

Benefits Upon Completion:

1. Master the principles of 2D animation.
2. Create fluid character and object motion.
3. Gain proficiency in industry-standard 2D animation software.
4. Develop a portfolio-ready animated short.
5. Prepare for careers in digital animation, gaming, and media.