| Description | Through this course, students will be able to:
Identify different qualities and rhythms of
movement and understand how those qualities can
convey intentionality and interiority. Research
and develop a character concept that translates
into movement and gesture design. Connect
character concept to character design and movement
choreography. Understand bodily mechanics of human
and various biped and quadruped creatures; Explore
design and movement mechanics of
non-anthropomorphic characters. Experiment with
advanced animation techniques, including
anticipation, overlapping action, exaggeration,
and timing / spacing; Identify specific reference
sources for movement and translate the dynamics of
motion to character design. Consider the role of
environment design in support of character acting;
Convey a character's emotion, thought process, or
intentionality with and without dialogue. |
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