2016-2017 Catalog

DIMA 1220 Character, Narrative, and Storyboard Development

3.5 - 3.0 - 4.5

Prerequisite

(1) ARTS 1010 - must be completed prior to taking this course.

Course Description

This course explores the basic principles of film structure and animation through observation, concept, narrative development, character design, and storyboard creation. It emphasizes the practice of drawing as a communication process to visualize stories that work as strong animation. Central activities include collaboration, brainstorming, oral presentation, and critiques.