History of Animation

MA2137.01
Course System Home Terms Fall 2017 History of Animation

Course Description

Summary

We will study past and present styles of animation, and examine animations from the 1800′s through the present. Early devices used to create moving images, through to contemporary artists and production companies such as The Brothers Quay, Jan Svankmajer, Norman McLaren, Aardman Productions, and Pixar, will be investigated. The class will consist of film screenings, primarily focusing on the techniques used and how inventions influenced the creative process of the animators.

Prerequisites

None.

Please contact the faculty member :

Instructor

  • Sue Rees

Day and Time

Academic Term

Fall 2017

Area of Study

Credits

2

Course Level

2000

Maximum Enrollment

18