Anime: Designing Characters and Worlds for Anime Art

In this course, students will dive into the vibrant and imaginative world of anime art,
learning the skills needed to design expressive characters and captivating scenes for
Japanese-style animation. Whether you’re inspired by action-packed series, fantastical
adventures, or slice-of-life storytelling, this course will guide you through the
essential techniques used in anime production.

Students will learn the basics of anime character design, including anatomy, facial
expressions, and creating distinct personalities through visual elements. We will
explore dynamic poses, costume design, and stylized expressions, as well as how to
bring characters to life with motion and emotion. Additionally, students will study
background design, color theory, and how to set the tone and atmosphere of anime
worlds.

The course also covers key principles of animation, including storyboarding, timing,
and character movement, helping students understand how to translate their static art
into fluid, engaging animation. By the end of the course, students will have developed
their own original anime characters and designed scenes for animated storytelling.

Key Learning Outcomes:

1. Designing anime-style characters, including anatomy and expressions
2. Creating dynamic poses and motion for animated sequences
3. Storyboarding and scene composition for anime
4. Background design and world-building
5. Using color and lighting to create mood and atmosphere
6. Understanding animation techniques like keyframes, in-betweens, and timing

Whether you're an aspiring animator or simply passionate about anime art, this course
offers the skills to bring your creative vision to life.