2D ANIMATION FOUNDATION
Introduction
This course introduces the absolute fundamentals of movement, physics, and timing. Students master the core mechanics of weight and force by applying the traditional 12 Principles of Animation to simple geometric subjects.
Instructor Profile
Prerequisites
Description
Topics Covered
• Introduction to the 12 Principles of Animation and timeline framerates (12fps vs. 24fps)
• Understanding squash and stretch to communicate object flexibility and impact
• Timing and spacing: using charts to create ease-in (slow-in) and ease-out (slow-out)
• Managing arcs of motion to create organic, natural movement tracks
• Mass and weight distribution: calculating momentum, gravity, and drag forces
• Primary vs. secondary action and implementing anticipation before a movement
• Straight-ahead animation vs. pose-to-pose planning workflows
• Exaggeration mechanics: pushing poses to enhance clarity and entertainment value
Course Objectives
• Master the core principles of squash, stretch, timing, and spacing.
• Create fluid movements that accurately imply physical weight and speed.
• Navigate digital timeline interfaces to track individual keyframes.
Learning Outcomes
• Animate a bouncing ball with distinct changes in material weight (e.g., bowling ball vs. tennis ball).
• Construct clean timing charts to guide complex frame distributions.
• Animate a simple geometric pendulum sequence featuring accurate overlapping action.
Tools & Materials
• Digital drawing tablet or pen display setup
• Animation software (Toon Boom Harmony, Adobe Animate, Krita, or Blender)
• Digital timing chart reference guides
Course Rules
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