How to Animate

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In this compilation course we'll learn everything you need to know to start animating. Well cover everything from creating a script to recording audio, all the way through to animation tips and tricks. This isn't a video about 'how to animate' so to speak, although there are plenty of those on the channel, this is a video about the process behind making your animation from start to finish. Let's get right to it.

Syllabus

Part One: Script & Storyboard
Part Two: Character Design & Turnarounds
Part Three: Animatics
Part Four: Backgrounds
Part Five: Titlecards
Part Six: Animation Tips
Part Seven: Exhibition

Taught by

TipTut

Reviews

4.9 rating, based on 14 Class Central reviews

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Christian George

It was an amazing lesson on the animation process that really opened my eyes to the intricacies involved. I learned how crucial it is to start with a solid story, as it sets the foundation for everything that follows. The storyboarding phase was par…

It was an amazing lesson on the animation process that really opened my eyes to the intricacies involved. I learned how crucial it is to start with a solid story, as it sets the foundation for everything that follows. The storyboarding phase was particularly enlightening; it helped me visualize the flow of my narrative and think about timing. Creating an animatic added another layer of depth, showing me how important pacing is for the overall feel of the animation.

Working on character and background design was both challenging and rewarding, as it allowed me to bring my ideas to life. The actual animation process taught me about the significance of keyframes and how in-betweens create smooth movement. Finally, the post-production stage tied everything together, emphasizing the importance of editing and sound design. Overall, this lesson was incredibly valuable, giving me a newfound appreciation for the artistry and skill required in animation!
Mina Nirbat

I recently completed an animation course that exceeded all my expectations. From start to finish, the course was an engaging journey through the world of animation. The content was both comprehensive and insightful, covering everything from foundational techniques to advanced methods with impressive clarity.

One of the highlights of the course was the practical tips shared by the instructors. These tips were not only useful but also actionable, allowing me to immediately apply what I learned to my own projects. The instructors’ expertise shone through their teaching, and their creative approach to problem-solving was truly inspiring.
Surnamehello

Very helpful, the course went through many of the basics needed for beginners to get into animation. The teacher was extremely thorough and comprehensive throughout. Would recommend to anybody looking to get into animation whether that be 2D or 3D
J.J

It’s very simple but informative, and gives out the most important lessons, while providing links and other videos if fellow students want to go deeper. This is a great starter animation video that doesn’t take long, funny, and just gives the helping hand to lift you up at the start and tour guide you away. Of course, this doesn’t mean it will offer or recommend apps, or tell you what makes your genre considered quality (just beware).
Oyeniran Funke

I recently completed the animation course and I can't recommend it highly enough! This course exceeded all my expectations in every way possible. From the moment I enrolled, I was impressed by the comprehensive curriculum that covered everything from the basics of animation principles to advanced techniques used by industry professionals.
Amon Chimini

I find the course helpful in many ways.It is well structured and the explanation is logic and clear.Furthermore the examples attached to explanations make it clear for the learner to understand as well arousing curiosity.
I strongly recommend begginers to try it because honestly it is educative and fun.
S Dhiryan

I learn a lot of things from it and am also going to make some animation by your methods and your guidance.
and the explanation is to good and the quality of content is too appreciated .
KK Blank

An Epic and Easy to understand animation course!
Definitely would recommend taking it!
It's fun and enjoyable learning process.

Thank you for such an amazing course!
Ahmad Rizky 205

Ya, penjelasan nya sangat bagus dan detail. Langkah langkah nya mudah dimengerti pemula, dan bisa menjadi contoh yang bagus untuk yang ingin membuat animasi
Adnan Younas

Great experience, I learned a lot. I'm a beginner animation artist and this helps a lot to learn the basic things about animation.
Hashita Solanki

Now I know what exactly storyboard is, in simple ways, so thank you very much it's very helpful and easy to understand.
Alyssa Horton

This how to animate short explainer video was great very informative and helpful for a beginner like myself
Vennela Gouni

I enjoyed all the classes it is very interesting. I learned a lot of tricks through this couse. I have learned how to create story and how to draw anime characters easily.
Sharmistha Mandal

It is superb!! So much informative, learned so many things, I had so many doubts, now It's clear to me. Thank you for sharing. :)