Animation Classes California

This animation masterclass in Los Angeles teaches participants how to bring their ideas to life. The course covers essential animation fundamentals such as character design, set design, layout, motion, effects, and coloring, as well as specialized topics such as 3D modeling and texturing. Participants will be able to use professional software and an array of special tools to create stunning animation.

This animation course in Los Angeles will teach participants the fundamentals of character rigging for cartoon production. Specifically, workshop materials will focus on props, walk cycles, squash & stretch, and lipsync. Students can create their own animated characters through the class and gain a basic understanding of cartoon production.

This comprehensive course offers an in-depth overview of Adobe After Effects. Students will learn how to develop dynamic visual assets with professional quality motion graphics and visual effects. They will learn how to enhance video, eLearning and other types of projects, utilizing best design practices.

In this comprehensive 5-day After Effects course, students will learn beginner to advanced techniques in Adobe After Effects, including video blending, advanced text effects, keying effects, track mattes, as well as motion and mask tracking. You will then go on to learn the techniques of nesting and precomposing. More advanced techniques will be covered, such as footage keying in Mocha AE will be covered, as well as editing masks, time effects, and basic expression tools. Other topics included will be Kinetic Typography, Motion Graphics, Motion Tracking, Cinemagraphs, and Planar Tracking. Students will receive an Adobe Nationally Recognized Course Certificate upon completion.

This 3-day introductory course will introduce students to the fundamentals of Adobe After Effects, including working with Photoshop and Illustrator as well as other file types. Students will then progress to learning more comprehensive subjects, from motion tracking to precomping, nesting, and video blending. Advanced text effects, as well as keying and track mattes, will be covered as well. General subjects covered will involve learning Kinetic Typography, Motion Graphics, Motion Tracking, and Cinemagraphs, allowing students to grasp the fundamentals of design and animation necessary for After Effects work.

In this 2-day intermediate After Effects course, students will learn the fundamentals of expression tools, time effects, particle effects, and energy effects. Students will also learn advanced mask tracking within After Effects and Mocha AE as well as video compositing. Lumetri Color will be covered. Lastly, an optional course on 3D techniques within After Effects and Cinema 4D Lite will be offered. An Adobe Nationally Recognized Course Certificate will be given to those who complete the course.

In this certificate program, participants will learn the skills needed to get started in the field of motion graphics and video editing. Students will learn how to work with two industry-standard apps: Adobe After Effects and Adobe Premiere Pro. Students will also be introduced to the principles of motion graphics as well as the best practices to go from concept to completion. Attendees will learn the skills needed to start a career as a motion designer or video editor and walk away with a video demo reel or portfolio to show prospective employers or clients. The program includes a free retake and several step-by-step workbooks.

In this 18-hour class, participants will learn the important fundamentals of Adobe After Effects so they can start creating incredible motion graphics and visual effects right away. Attendees will learn to animate graphics, text, and photos. Students will learn to import designs (created in Photoshop and Illustrator) into After Effects, animate those designs, work with a timeline, keyframes, basic and custom easing (including the graph editor), and export the final animation as a video or animated GIF. Students will also learn to work with null objects, hold keyframes, start working with 3D objects, use video footage to create a movie title sequence, and more. The class includes a free retake and a step-by-step workbook.

In this Cinema 4D course, participants learn the basics of creating and animating objects in 3D. Topics covered include fundamental animation concepts, moving objects throughout a scene, creating realistic 3D models using lighting, and integration with After Effects. This class is great for graphic artists who wish to expand their skill set and gain an understanding of working in a 3D environment.

Create video effects and motion graphics that enhance real-world projects and presentations in this three-day intermediate Adobe After Effects course. Participants who are familiar with After Effects and Photoshop basics usually do well in this course. Core concepts include 3D kinetic typography, expressions, audio linking, infographic techniques, and special effects. Specific topics include color correction, workflow management, animation and shapes, 3D capabilities, camera control, particle generation, and advanced effects.