Animation Foundation Course
by DSK SupinfocomPune, New Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata |
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| Level: | Beginner/Entry |
| Eligibility: (Pre-requisites) | 10+2 with proven creative capabilities. A finished portfolio is recommended. |
| Medium of instruction: | English |
Objectives
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Ingraining artistic knowledge
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Exploring different approaches in drawing, modeling, and communication design
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Mastering traditional and digital tools to produce stills and moving images
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Acquiring work methodology
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Developing visual sensibility and critical reasoning
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Understanding the complete production sequence of a film
Year 1 Immersion
Artistic Initiation
drawing, colour, composition, typography, visual communication
Technical Initiation
fundamentals of animation, photography, video editing, 2D graphics
Analytical Initiation
anatomical drawing, modeling, perspective drawing
General Culture
artistic culture, film and art appreciation, languages
Year 2 Consolidation
Artistic Initiation
drawing, colour, composition, typography, visual communication
Technical Initiation
fundamentals of animation, photography, video editing, 2D graphics
Initiation Into 2D Animation
experimental 2D animation, direction of an animated sequence
Analytical Initiation
anatomical drawing, modeling, perspective drawing
General Culture
artistic culture, film and art appreciation, languages
Year 3 Transition
3D Graphics3D modeling, texturing, animation and compositing
Artistic Direction
definining a coherent visual look for 3D still images and animated sequences
Experimentation
using CGI
Internship
2-month professional experience in an animation studio
Evaluation
Analysis of student's performance
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Continuous assessment and quarterly exams for students
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Internal panel review at the end of the foundation course
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Presentation of student work to panel of professionals & public at the end of the studies
Evaluation Committee
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Presentation of the students' films to an international jury comprising of more than 20 professionals.
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Review and validation of studies for the "Digital Director" certificate.
Distinctive Features
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Combination of practice & theory: the students benefit from a tried-and-tested combination of lectures, practical workshops, competency assignments, guest lecturers and various animation projects
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Training in the latest software tools and technologies combined with practical work experience
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Full-time trainers keen on passing technical and artistic skills gained through extensive industry experience
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Masterclass: one week of intensive workshop by renowned animators and film makers from all over the world
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A jury comprising numerous famous and skilled national and international professionals giving feedback on the students' graduation films (Dreamworks, Lucasfilm Animation, Rhythm & Hues Studios)
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Alumni occupy responsible positions in leading companies in USA, Europe, Japan and across the globe
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Compulsory 2 month company internship in year 3 and 4.
Certification
On successful completion of the course, students get awarded the Level 1 Digital Director Certificate, Ratified by the French Government
Master class
Aside from developing the students' core skills needed to become successful digital directors, DSK Supinfocom brings to India every year international experts to conduct masterclasses or lectures on advanced subjects. These events contribute to enrich and sharpen the students' skills while greatly broadening their horizons.
The lectures offered have included topics such as Acting for Animators, Stereoscopic Filmmaking, Sound Design for Animation, Animatronics and Puppetry, Stop Motion for Advertising... to name but a few.
Some of the speakers who came to DSK Supinfocom so far include:
Max Howard
Max Howard has been the vice president of Disney Feature animation as well as the president of Warner Brothers Animation. He provides lectures and workshops on the art of storytelling and pitching, design and production for the feature animation industry. He shared his expertise and experience with students in 2011.
Ed Hooks
Ed Hooks is a member of Screen Actors Guild, AFTRA and Actors Equity Association. He has been a professional actor for more than thirty years, appearing in over one hundred television shows. He gave an excellent masterclass in Acting for Animators at DSK Supinfocom in 2011.
Shelley Page
Shelley Page is Head of International Outreach at Dreamworks Animation and is a frequent visitor of the campus. Always scouting for new talent, she's showcasing brilliant work from around the world and shares her vast knowledge with students.
| Classroom - Regular | ||||
| When | Duration | Where | Remarks | Price |
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3 Years |
All Venues | Not Specified | Price On Request |
New Delhi, Connaught Place (Regional/Local Office):- 316, World Trade Centre, Barakhamba Avenue Connaught Place, New Delhi - 110 001, Delhi, India
Mumbai, Dadar West (Regional/Local Office):- "DSK House", Veer Savarkar Marg (Cadel Road), Next to Mayor's Bungalow, Shivaji Park Dadar West, Mumbai - 400 028, Maharashtra, India
Bangalore, M G Road (Regional/Local Office):- #408, Prestige Meridian M G Road, Bangalore - 560 00, Karnataka, India
Kolkata, A.J.C.Bose Road (Regional/Local Office):- 617, Diamond Prestige, 41A A.J.C.Bose Road, Kolkata - 700 020, West Bengal, India
DSK Supinfocom
DSK Supinfocom is India's first and one of its kind International Campus offering professional courses in the flourishing fields of Animation, Game Design & Industrial Design. DSK Supinfocom is a result of a joint venture between the DSK Group and Globally recognized French Institute -Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Grand Hainaut (CCI)
The campus is complete with international quality amenities is an ideal institute spread over 20 acres of land. Based at Fursungi, off NH 9, in Pune, a city also referred as OXFORD OF EAST, DSK Supinfocom is regarded as an exemplary ambience motivating and nurturing the creative genius minds and enriching learning. Our academics are fully controlled by the French institute to match the international standards of the education. Our trainers are recruited on a full time basis from Europe.
DSK Supinfocom is committed to enhance the creativity and talent of every student, by motivating them to do their best broadening their vision and horizon.
