A sequence of drawing exercises is performed to emphasize movement, character and acting, always relating how skills developed in life drawing are fundamental to the art of animation and storytelling principles. Students explore various character archetypes through the study of costumed persona in historical, cultural, ethnic and social settings. Emphasis is placed on the anatomical structure under the clothing, and how to render the nuances of the clothing that inform the action and dynamic nature of the figure. A variety of mediums are explored in rendering line and tone. A short study of caricature is also explored.
- Instructor: Rena Warren