3D Character Animation

Under the supervision of European animation professionals, the students will be introduced to the Maya software and 3D animation through a series of exercises designed to transfer the classical 2D animation principles onto the computer and a 3D platform. Focus will lie on body mechanics and physical action during the basic training and then move on to the advanced concepts of pantomime acting and lip sync. The course will culminate in a 4-week final project which is to be each student’s showreel masterpiece; a 20-30 seconds animated short film or computer game intro. You can find a detailed programme here.

Course facts

• Teaching language: English.
• Application deadline: 10 January 2012.
• Dates: 20 February to 1 June 2012.
• Fee: 2.750 EUR (20.625 DKK), not including accommodation or living expenses.
• Scholarships: The Animation Workshop offers accommodation and/or travel scholarships to eligible course applicants. Read more here.

The 3D Character Animation course is supported by the MEDIA Programme of the EU.

Admission
To apply for the 3D Character Animation course, please send a letter of motivation, CV and showreel of previous animation work to Bettina Jensen at The Animation Workshop, either by e-mail: bettina@animwork.dk or via normal post: The Animation Workshop, att: Bettina Jensen, Kasernevej 5, 8800 Viborg, Denmark. If you wish to apply for a travel and/or accommodation scholarship, please specify why in your letter of motivation.

Application deadline: 10 January 2012.