You will have the opportunity to use a variety of animation equipment and techniques to push the boundaries and concepts of traditional animation. The focus of the piece will be a non-linear animated sequence which attempts to redefine narrative and script concepts of believability, time and movement. The sequence will have a dialogue or soundtrack accompaniment.


This module is designed to enable you to embark on further study of the art form of animation and to explore the process and production methods available. You will sample a range of non-mainstream animations and their place within a commercial context.

JOURNAL {LO 1,3}

All Individually assessed. Students will respond to a range of prompts and briefs to apply developing knowledge and demonstrate this though regular journaling that should include visual and written elements and some reflections.


PORTFOLIO [LO 2]

All individually assessed. Students can negotiate the content of the portfolio that may include 2D, 3D, Stop Motion, Multiplane, and hybridised outcomes ranging in duration, form and contact be should in aggregate demonstrate foundational understanding of animation application.

A strategy of lectures, workshops and training experiences that will provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to undertake a series of collaborative exercises –

Regular ‘milestone’ formative assessments will give you actionable feedback towards improved outcomes for final submission assessment -

You will be encouraged to communicate clearly and to foster a mutually supportive environment towards the generation of effective outcomes.

Opportunities for peer feedback will enhance your learning experience and provide you with useful critique to help your development.

You will be assigned short and manageable tasks regularly to build knowledge and skills within several animation contexts.

You will undertake guided collaborative study – applying individual knowledge and skills learned in sessions to pair, small group, or team-based projects.

1. ON COMPLETION OF THIS MODULE, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO COMMUNICATE EXPERIMENTAL CONCEPTS AND TECHNIQUES BY EXPLORING NON-LINEAR ANIMATION AND ITS IMPLICATIONS THROUGH A VARIETY OF VISUAL RESPONSES PRODUCTION OF AN EXPERIMENTAL SCREEN BASED ANIMATION

LEARNING

ENQUIRY


2. ON COMPLETION OF THIS MODULE, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO DEVELOP AND COMPOSE ANIMATION ELEMENTS WITHIN A SET OF NON-LINEAR NARRATIVES AND CONTEXTUAL THEMES AND USE A RANGE OF ANIMATION TECHNIQUES IN THE PRODUCTION OF AN EXPERIMENTAL ANIMATION SHOWREEL

APPLICATION


3. ON COMPLETION OF THIS MODULE, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO INDEPENDENTLY ANALYSIS, QUESTION, CRITICISE AND SPECULATE ABOUT THE ROLE OF EXPERIMENTALL ANIMATION WITHIN PROFESSIONAL AND ARTISTIC CONTEXTS INCLUDING YOUR OWN PRACTICE AND THAT OF OTHERS

REFLECTION

ANALYSIS

Animation Studios Facilities

Industry Standard software and equipment tools.

Animation pathway specific apparatus and equipment.

Media Centre bookable resources.

Library and digital learning resources

Study support resources

VLE’s

Harris, Miriam. (2019) Experimental Animation: From analogue to digital.

Russett, Robert & Starr, Cecile (1976) Experimental Animation Origins of a New Art. DaCapo Press.

Experimental Animation: Origins of a new art by Robert Russett and Cecile Starr Publisher: Da Capo Press 1976

Hollywood Flatlands: Animation, Critical Theory, and the Avant-Garde
by Esther Leslie (Hardcover - October 2002) Publisher: Verso Books, (April 2004)

Forbidden Animation: Censored Cartoons and Blacklisted Animators in America
by Karl F. Cohen (Hardcover - March 1998) Publisher: McFarland & Company, (October 1, 1997)

Explore the uniquely fluid and flexible visual medium that is animation and find fresh and exciting ways to present character, stories and ideas on screen.