Unit 3 - Animation
5 Different Kind of
Traditional Animation. (2D, Cel, Hand Drawn) 2D Animation. (Vector-Based) 3D Animation. (CGI, Computer Animation) Motion Graphics. (Typography, Animated Logos) Stop Motion. (Claymation, Cut-Outs) |
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Below is a detailed look at each type of animation that we will go over in class.
Traditional Animation. (2D, Cel, Hand Drawn)
2-D Computer Animation. (2D, Vector Based)
2D animation focuses on creating characters, storyboards, and backgrounds in two-dimensional environments. ... 2D animation uses bitmap and vector graphics to create and edit the animated images and is created using computers and software programs, such as Adobe Photoshop, Flash, After Effects, and Encore.
Creating an Animated GIF |
Created in Adobe Illustrator (vector) and animated in Adobe Flash Professional
Students created characters in Adobe Illustrator and animated them in Adobe Flash
Student Animation created in Adobe Flash (5 Month Project)
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3-D Animation (CGI, Computer Generated Imagery)
3D animation is the process of generating three-dimensional moving images in a digital environment. Careful manipulation of 3D models or objects is carried out within 3D software for exporting picture sequences giving them the illusion of animation or movement. |
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Motion Graphics (Animated Logos or Symbols, Products, Events and Ideas)
Motion graphics are highly versatile animated storytelling tools. The best motion graphic examples can engage you through beautiful animations and powerful narratives. They can help explain what your company does or help promote products, ideas and events.
A Motion Graphic Can Entertain
Bananas by Xander Marritt and Elias Freiberger In this, bananas are used to symbolize life and the subconscious and conscious in this strange and quirky motion graphic. Look for references to specific artists. Bananas from FutureDeluxe on Vimeo. A Motion Graphic Can Help Promote A Brand
Nike Air Max by ManvsMachine This short animation to celebrate Nike’s iconic footwear, the Air Max, is a sneakerhead’s dream. |
A Motion Graphic Can Advertise a Product
Jaffa–Posters by PostPanic A Motion Graphic Can Tells A Story
Cinematics by Pier Paolo This animation illustrates the timeline of classic films and characters, bringing historic cinematic characters to life in a whole new way. How many can you recognize? |
Stop Motion Animation
Stop-motion animation uses images created with objects such as paper cutouts or clay models.
Stop-motion animation is based on a simple process. The artist places all of the objects to be animated in their initial positions. An image of the objects is then captured on film or on another media such as a memory card. Then the objects are moved to slightly different positions and another image is recorded. Typically, this process is repeated hundreds or even thousands of times.
Stop-motion animation is based on a simple process. The artist places all of the objects to be animated in their initial positions. An image of the objects is then captured on film or on another media such as a memory card. Then the objects are moved to slightly different positions and another image is recorded. Typically, this process is repeated hundreds or even thousands of times.
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