AN 2310 - Creative Visualization

Credits: 3
Course Type: Studio

In this sophomore-level studio course, students develop imaginative concepts, using the language of film and animation, through the storyboard and animatic process. Students illustrate animated story ideas, focusing on expressive character development, layout, and set design. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be capable of using storyboarding and animatic process to visualize animated story ideas, utilizing elements of composition, camera angles, continuity, character, and motion dynamics.

Prerequisites: AG 1110 - Introduction to Animated Storytelling

Course Learning Outcomes:

Recognize the fundamental principles of storyboarding.
Implement dynamic use of camera angles and shots to communicate the emotional tone of scenes. Utilize expressive character posing and acting.
Transform written scripts into storyboards, utilizing visual storytelling techniques to capture the tone of the scene or sequence.
Execute boards following the rules of visual and narrative continuity.

AN2310 Course Learning Outcomes Rubric

Required Textbooks:
Prepare to Board! Creating Story and Characters for Animated Features and Shorts - ISBN: 9780240818788
Required Course Materials:

Storyboard Pro