Animation Techniques Course
Dive into professional animation methods for creating impactful short shots in 2D or 3D. Explore differences between 2D and 3D approaches, shot planning, performance timing, camera techniques, staging, and streamlined workflows to create expressive, polished animations perfect for films and premium narratives that meet director standards.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course offers a quick, hands-on way to improve your 2D and 3D animation shots. You will learn to break down scenes, map out key actions and feelings, create characters and props suited for movement, and use time-tested animation rules effectively. Gain skills in camera work, scene setup, and software processes from initial sketches to final touches, with practical guides to produce sharp, easy-to-follow animations ready for directors.
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Develop skills
- Design emotional shots by quickly planning key beats, acting decisions, and expressive poses.
- Master camera and staging to produce clear, film-like shots in just minutes.
- Develop character movements with strong silhouettes, realistic weight, and believable object interactions.
- Follow efficient animation pipelines for blocking, splining, and polishing in 2D or 3D.
- Apply core principles like timing, arcs, overlap, and appeal to real-world animation shots.
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