The process of recording stationary images and objects in such a way as to trick the viewer into thinking that there is real motion. Animation formats can include hand drawings in series, computer generated images (CGI), claymation, flipbooks, Adobe Flash projects, and sequential still photography.
Gloman, C. & LeTourneau, T. (2005). Placing Shadows: Lighting Techniques for Video Production, 3rd Ed. Focal Press.
"A mix of theory and practical applications, Placing Shadows covers the physical properties of light and the selection of proper instruments for the best possible effect. For the student, advanced amateur, and pros trying to enhance the look of their productions, this book examines the fundamentals and is also a solid reference for tips on better performance." - krazzy7.com
Solomon, C. (1995). The Disney that Never Was. Hyperion.
Great books for those involved in pre-production. Book show the "brainstorming" stages of many Disney films, with wonderful conceptual sketches and inspirational drawings by the great Disney designers, such as Albert Hurter, Mary Blair, Eywind Earle and Ken Anderson. The book includes many unique, never before published sketches of planned, but never produced films.- Ani-Mato
Thomas, F. & Johnston, O. (1981) Disney Animation- The Illusion of Life. Abbeville Press.
"Definitely the ONE book to take with you to the proverbial desert island. This book contains hundreds of illustrations, from storyboard sketches to entire animation sequences, all of which illustrate the exquisite art of animation, Disney style. The text gives many glimpses into the workings of the animation masters at Disney's. This book has been my inspiration many, many times, when I've got stuck in my animation. Browsing this book, even just for a while, seems to re-vitalize my energy and willpower, and gets me going again..." - Ami-Mato
The 11 Second Club:
"The 11 Second Club is a monthly character animation competition open to everyone." Watch any of the 3167 animations or AnimationMentor.com eCritique™ prizes in our archives. http://www.11secondclub.com/
PowerPoint Presentations:
Programs:
Alice: Introductory CGI program (free to download) designed by Carnegie Mellon, to center on story telling in order to introduce the underrepresented groups (i.e. women) to positive computer coding programs. Includes lots of support and supplementary materials. http://www.alice.org/
Animation Mentor:
College level program of studies (with College Tuition Price Tag) to learn animation online. http://www.animationmentor.com/
Animation
The process of recording stationary images and objects in such a way as to trick the viewer into thinking that there is real motion. Animation formats can include hand drawings in series, computer generated images (CGI), claymation, flipbooks, Adobe Flash projects, and sequential still photography.Examples:
Still Photo Animation:
Cardboard Animation
@ http://www.otherthings.com/howtobaby/
http://artjunction.org/blog/?p=1497
Articles:
Blogs:
Bobby Beck's Blog:Animator and Educator associated with Animation Mentor (see programs)
http://bobbyboom.blogspot.com/
Carlos Baena's Blog:
Practical blog with technology discussions and posts.
http://www.carlosbaena.com/
Shawn Kelly's Blog:
Animation Tips and Tricks.
http://www.animationtipsandtricks.com/
Books:
Gloman, C. & LeTourneau, T. (2005). Placing Shadows: Lighting Techniques for Video Production, 3rd Ed. Focal Press."A mix of theory and practical applications, Placing Shadows covers the physical properties of light and the selection of proper instruments for the best possible effect. For the student, advanced amateur, and pros trying to enhance the look of their productions, this book examines the fundamentals and is also a solid reference for tips on better performance." - krazzy7.com
Kelly, S. (2008) Animation Tips and Tricks- Free eBook @
http://www.animationmentor.com/tipsandtricks/download/TipsAndTricks_eBook.pdf
Solomon, C. (1995). The Disney that Never Was. Hyperion.
Great books for those involved in pre-production. Book show the "brainstorming" stages of many Disney films, with wonderful conceptual sketches and inspirational drawings by the great Disney designers, such as Albert Hurter, Mary Blair, Eywind Earle and Ken Anderson. The book includes many unique, never before published sketches of planned, but never produced films.- Ani-Mato
Thomas, F. & Johnston, O. (1981) Disney Animation- The Illusion of Life. Abbeville Press.
"Definitely the ONE book to take with you to the proverbial desert island. This book contains hundreds of illustrations, from storyboard sketches to entire animation sequences, all of which illustrate the exquisite art of animation, Disney style. The text gives many glimpses into the workings of the animation masters at Disney's. This book has been my inspiration many, many times, when I've got stuck in my animation. Browsing this book, even just for a while, seems to re-vitalize my energy and willpower, and gets me going again..." - Ami-Mato
Podcasts:
Animation Podcast:Podcasts by animators for animators.
http://animationpodcast.com/
The 11 Second Club:
"The 11 Second Club is a monthly character animation competition open to everyone." Watch any of the 3167 animations or AnimationMentor.com eCritique™ prizes in our archives.
http://www.11secondclub.com/
PowerPoint Presentations:
Programs:
Alice:Introductory CGI program (free to download) designed by Carnegie Mellon, to center on story telling in order to introduce the underrepresented groups (i.e. women) to positive computer coding programs. Includes lots of support and supplementary materials.
http://www.alice.org/
Animation Mentor:
College level program of studies (with College Tuition Price Tag) to learn animation online.
http://www.animationmentor.com/
Video Tutorials:
Free Web seminars from Animation Mentor.http://www.animationmentor.com/webinar/past.html
Webpages:
Ami-Mato:Examples, How Tos, Tips, Tricks and Other Resources for beginner animators from a professional.
http://www.sci.fi/~animato/
How to Make Claymation:
How guide from eHow.com on how to make a claymation video.
http://www.ehow.com/how_5100884_make-claymation.html
Jason Ryan:
Tutorials, Examples and More from Animator Jason Ryan.
http://www.jasonryananimation.com/main.html
Created By Danielle Slentz and Rachel Stockbridge
Fall 2009