Animation Lab 1

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2015:

120 Hours

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An experiential introduction to the history, current context and developing opportunities for experiments in animation as artistic practice or industry innovation.

On completion of this subject students should be able to:-

• Demonstrate an understanding of experimental animation methods and concepts;
• Have a good knowledge of the history and current context of experimental and innovative; animation production methods and concepts;
• Apply experimental production techniques to express screen-based ideas;
• Demonstrate development in their creativity and technical skills through production.

Two Progress Reports of Experiments and Investigation (2 x 15 minute presentations or equivalent) (40%);

Folio of Practical Experiments: 1 (30 second animated sequence or equivalent) (50%);

Workshop Participation* (10%);

*Participation assessed on criteria of engagement, ability to discuss & give/receive feedback and teamwork skills.

Hurdle requirements

Students must attend 80% of all scheduled classes and attempt all elements of assessment to be eligible for a pass in this subject.

Russet and Starr EXPERIMENTAL ANIMATION - ISBN-10: 0306803143

Kit Laybourne, THE ANIMATION BOOK - ISBN 978-0-517-88602-1

A. L Rees A HISTORY OF EXPERIMENTAL FILM AND VIDEO - ISBN-10: 1844574369

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

On completing this subject students will be able to:-

• Communicate in visual form;
• Lateral thinking and problem solving;
• Apply practical knowledge to practical problems;
• Develop confidence in innovating and experimenting.