Introduction to 2D Animation

Harvard Summer School

DGMD S-44

Section 1

CRN 35959

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2D animation is the art of drawing to create the illusion of life, and is an extraordinary medium for storytelling and expression. In this course, students become familiar with animation principles for object and character motion, and use digital art and animation software to explore unique storytelling possibilities and create a portfolio of animation. Upon successful completion of this course, students gain an understanding of how to manipulate images and draw and color frames for animation, to show weight and expression in character and object motion, and to add animated visual effects to live footage.

Instructor Info

Jason Wiser, MFA

Creative Director, Yaya Play Games


Meeting Info

TTh 6:30pm - 9:30pm (6/23 - 8/8)

Participation Option: On Campus, Online Asynchronous or Online Synchronous

In online asynchronous courses, you are not required to attend class at a particular time. Instead you can complete the course work on your own schedule each week.

Deadlines

Last day to register: June 17, 2025

Additional Time Commitments

Optional sections to be arranged.

Prerequisites

Every class students need to have access to a computer and a drawing tablet (small Wacom Intuos recommended) with art and animation software installed (Photoshop, Animate, and After Effects), all of which will be taught in this course.

Notes

Students can attend in person on campus, participate live online at the time the class meets via web conference, or watch the recorded video asynchronously. Recorded sessions are typically available within a few hours of the end of class and no later than the following business day.

Syllabus

All Sections of this Course

CRN Section # Participation Option(s) Instructor Section Status Meets Term Dates
35959 1 On Campus, Online Asynchronous, Online Synchronous Jason Wiser Open TTh 6:30pm - 9:30pm
Jun 23 to Aug 8