The world of animation changes rapidly. And as technology evolves the role of the animator has to change to keep up. But regardless of technological advancements one thing has always remained true.
Whether animating for the web, or for the cinema; whether with hand drawn frames or rendered with powerful 3D computer systems; it takes a trained eye and an artists touch to create the illusion of life.
Animation Gallery
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In our program you will learn about figure drawing, 2D and 3D software, motion studies and production techniques. RMCAD's animation curriculum, however, goes far beyond this.
Our faculty of professional animators will encourage you to experiment and explore new techniques. While working and living along side our illustration, design and other fine art students you will be exposed to techniques and ideas that are simply not present at most other schools. Courses in the humanities and social sciences will bring new depth and sophistication to your characters and stories.
The life drawing classes played significant roles in my development as an artist. Drawing the human figure has been essential to nearly anything I've done here. -Courtney Griffith, Animation class of 2010
By the time you graduate you will possess a unique voice and strong visual style, the ability to present your ideas clearly and professionally, an artists ability to see and create the illusion of life, and solid experience with the tools and practices necessary to succeed at any animation firm in the world.
There is this attention to detail that each frame entails, so when the assignment calls for a one minute short film you know its gong to be a ton of work. When they say 30 seconds I hear 1800 frames; eighteen hundred drawings. How fast can you pump that out? But its totally rewarding. -Daniel Burns, Animation class of 2008
Check out our classes, learn about our faculty, and read about some of our past and current students' accomplishments. When you're ready, our Admissions Staff is only a phone call or e-mail away.