WANIC Intro to Art & Animation: Digital Animation Production

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Program Description:

This course is built for true beginners — students who love to draw or are captivated by animated films but have never formally studied art or animation are exactly who this course is designed for.

Students discover how traditional techniques blend with digital tools to create the animations and special effects seen in video games and films, covering topics including foundational drawing skills, composition, perspective, basic animation principles, and an overview of the production process. Students finish the course with a collection of animation examples — a tangible set of work that can serve as the beginning of a creative portfolio and a meaningful way to spend a summer.

LOCATION: Lake Washington High School

Want to see what DigiPen Academy students are capable of creating? Check out some of outstanding student projects in the Art & Animation Showcase.

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Prerequisites:

This program is primarily for students entering high school (grades 9-12). Students must be part of the WANIC consortium (no out-of-consortium).

No prior experience required

Credits:

High School Credits:

0.5 CTE OR 0.5 Fine Arts

Instructors:

Our WANIC instructors are outstanding, highly trained and passionate about their respective fields. Instructors impart their years of knowledge and experience to teach and inspire the next generation of innovators.