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Continuing education course listing
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After Effects Micro-credential
Please Note: Start & End dates refer to open & closing of registration, NOT the start or end of the course
In this course, you'll learn the fundamentals of After Effects and how to create simple animation techniques using the software.
You will be introduced to the basic interface, and gain an understanding of how to create compositions, import assets, in addition to learning compositing and colour grading principles. You will also learn basic motion graphics techniques by animating shapes and text, and how to create movement and keyframes alongside an audio track.
About Micros:
- Register & start WHENEVER
- Self paced & learner driven
- No scheduled class
- 3 Months to Finish
Black And White Darkroom Photography
INSTRUCTOR Raeann Cheung,
There is something really special about taking black and white photos with a film camera and having to wait to see your images. Learn basic camera functions before entering the darkroom. You will learn how to create high quality images in black and white, how to load your film onto a reel and canister in complete darkness, hand process your film, and then use an enlarger to create photographs on light sensitive paper. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Botanical Drawing
INSTRUCTOR Shea Proulx,
Drawing botanical and fruit forms from life takes careful perception and good hand eye coordination. You will develop keen observational drawing skills through a number of studio-based assignments and be introduced to colour theory and how to successfully use pencil crayons to get rich, vibrant colours. Participate in class discussions and critiques to help your progression. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Children's Book Illustration
*** PREREQUISITE Art experience, this is not a beginner course ***
INSTRUCTOR Shea Proulx ,
Find out how the professionals illustrate children’s books, from character development, beginning thumbnail storyboards, to final illustrations. This course will not teach you how to draw but will show you how to take the drawing skills you have and apply them to children’s book illustration. In addition to learning the process and creating your own illustrations, you will also learn about marketing your work and portfolio preparation. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Classical Drawing Techniques
INSTRUCTOR Kelly Issak,
Using the same methods Renaissance artists used, improve your representational drawing skills, and learn how to capture on paper what your eye sees, not what your mind thinks it sees. You will focus on how to visually analyze your subject matter, create steps for greater accuracy, better proportions, mass and values in your drawings. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Colour Fundamentals
Learn the fundamentals of colour theory and more. Colour is a key component in art, design, and illustration, setting the tone of what you are communicating. You will select colours to work for you, through a series of projects that will deepen your understanding of how colour is essential to your work’s effectiveness and success. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Comic Book Basics
INSTRUCTOR Jarret Hartnell ,
Create unique comic characters through a series of thumbnail sketches that you develop into final drawings for a comic book or graphic novel. Develop a personal style that becomes identifiable with you as you hone your drawing and communication skills. Use a variety of media including pen and ink, marker, pencil, and water-based colour to complete your comics. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Digital Lab for Animators Micro-Credential
Please Note: Start & End dates refer to open & closing of registration, NOT the start or end of a course.
In this course, you'll be introduced to software used in digital animation: Photoshop, After Effects, Premiere, & Toon Boom Harmony.
Explore the differences between traditional, hand drawn, & digital animation. Learn to use each program on its own and with each other while practicing to use essential tools. Demonstrate mastery of basic skills and technical understanding through exciting projects and have your work evaluated by experts.
About Micros:
- Register & start WHENEVER
- Self paced & learner driven
- No scheduled classes
- 3 Months to Finish
Digital Photography Basics
**PREREQUISITE DSLR cameras ONLY**
INSTRUCTOR Raeann Cheung,
Discover how to work your digital camera so you can get out of auto mode and take your picture taking skills to the next level. Learn basic camera operations and how to use your cameras settings, including exposure, aperture, and shutter speed, while you experiment with composition, lighting, and different lens to see how they affect your images. Work through shooting images, file conversion, and digital image management under the guidance of your instructor and get good feedback throughout the course.
** Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Drawing for Animators Micro-Credential
Please Note: Start and end dates refer to open & closing of registration, not the start or end of the course.
Use drawing as a tool of communication as you explore the medium, with an emphasis on obtaining a visual understanding of mass, gesture, the human figure, weight, and balance.
Work through conceptual, aesthetic, and technical approaches for your projects.
About Micros:
- Register and start whenever.
- Self-paced and learner-driven
- No scheduled classes
- 3 Months to Finish
Drawing Fundamentals! Oct 10 – Nov 28
INSTRUCTORMarcia Harris ,
Gain confidence and fundamental skills in drawing as you work through a series of projects designed to increase your perceptive abilities and eye-hand coordination. Focus on the elements of drawing, observation, and composition as you explore a variety of drawing media and techniques. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Enterprise and Studio Practices for Animators | Micro-Credential
Please Note: Start and end dates refer to open & close of registration, not the start or end of the course.
Examine professional projects and responsibilities animators may face in their practice, including CV and portfolio assembly, grant writing, project budgeting, and pitch packages.
Cover concepts like festival submissions, contracts, and concerns associated with starting an artistic practice in animation.
About Micros
- Register and start whenever
- Self-paced and learner-driven
- No scheduled classes
- 3 Months to finish
Figure Drawing
*** PREREQUISITE Previous drawing experience ***
INSTRUCTOR Aaron Sidorenko ,
The human figure is a fascinating subject for both beginners and experienced artists. Working with a live model, use a variety of media, and gain studio experience in gesture and analytical figure drawing, modeling of form and space through light and shadow, perspective, proportion, and different drawing techniques and methods. Please see your course supply list online and come prepared for the first class.
Fundamentals in Animation Micro-Credential
Please Note: Start & End dates refer to open & closing of registration, NOT the start or end of the course.
In this course, you'll learn and apply fundamental principles of animation.
Learn to communicate personality, emotions, & behaviour through short motion assignments, while exploring conceptual, aesthetic, and technical approaches.
Work in or out of the digital realm; however, all project post-production will be created using digital software. Create projects to demonstrate your mastery of foundational skills & principles, then have your work evaluated by experts.
About Micros:
- Register and start WHENEVER
- Self paced and learner driven
- No scheduled classes
- 3 Months to Finish
Glassblowing and Coldworking Basics
INSTRUCTOR Robert Lewis,
Learn the basic processes of hot glasswork, in a fully equipped, professional hot shop studio. Focus on solid and simple blown forms in a small class setting giving you plenty of work time and access to your instructor for assistance and coaching. The last class meeting will be for students to learn how to finish off their pieces properly in the coldworking studio and to critique their work.
NOTE: ONLY natural fibre clothing (cotton), long pants and closed-toe shoes are mandatory in the hot shop at all times. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Glassblowing Beyond Basic
*** PREREQUISITE previous glassblowing experience ***
INSTRUCTOR Robert Lewis,
Expand your knowledge of hot glasswork as you develop your skills further in a small class setting with lots of individualized instruction. Challenge yourself and try creating different forms and working with colour. Spend the last class meeting will be for students to coldwork only to finish their blown pieces and critique their work.
NOTE: ONLY natural fibre clothing (cotton), long pants, and closed-toe shoes are always mandatory in the hot shop. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
INFOGRAPHIC ILLUSTRATION!
INSTRUCTOR Kate Bushey ,
Increase your ability to communicate information through graphic visual images and symbols as you learn about the different markets where infographics are is commonly used. Discuss how to take an idea and explore it through visual representations, to expand on it, and create a finished piece. Look at examples to help your understanding as you work on weekly illustrations. Please see your course supply list online. Be sure to come prepared for the first class.
Intermediate Animation I Micro-Credential
Please Note: start and end dates refer to the open & close of registration, not the start or end of the course.
Concentrate on 2D character animation as you gain an understanding of the construction and mechanics of human form and depicting movement through figure drawing and motion studies.
Pay special attention to character development, communicating story points and emotions using animation principles and techniques. Develop your visual language and expand your technical knowledge, including soundtrack design, as you create a short, animated project or animation test.
About Micros
- Register and start whenever.
- Self-paced and learner-driven.
- No scheduled classes.
- 3 months to finish