The Animation Academy

“The Animation Academy” takes students on a journey through the history of animation, from pre-film animation devices to the computer generated animated films of today.
Discover the men and women who have contributed to animation through the ages and learn what films, tools, or characters they introduced to the world.

Take a behind-the-scenes look into the making of your favorite animated shows and movies, and view old drawings, sets, and notes used in these productions. You can even try your own hand at animating!

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What to Expect:
Discover untold stories of the animators and studios that brought your favorite characters to life.
Learn to draw or trace famous characters.
Explore the extensive collection of preserved sketches, sets, and frames from famous films and animators
What you will learn:
The exacting, revision-filled process animators are tasked with, and how this process has changed overtime with new technologies and animation styles.
How voice actors add an extra element to bring animated characters to life.
How music and sound effects can influence the tone of an animation.
How your favorite animated characters have influenced (and were influenced by) the animation genre.