Classical Animation
Discover How Traditional Animation is the NEW Animation in 12 Months
Six Terms. One Goal: Become an Animator.
Delve into the
fundamentals of drawing, animation, and basic art direction.
Term
1
Enhance your drawing
skills with storyboard and background design exercises.
Term
2
Explore more complex animation concepts like animating a character's thoughts and emotions through acting principles.
Term
3
Assemble a traditional animation portfolio in preparation for graduation.
Term
6
Progress to the art direction, digital ink and paint phase of production on your final project.
Term
5
Create storyboards for an animated film, character model sheets, layouts, and final artwork for rendering.
Term
4
Experience Living In Vancouver, Canada
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Alumni Success Stories
Vancouver Film School alumni are some of the most successful professionals in the animation industry.
Here is a sample of their achievements.
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Six Terms. One Goal: Become an Animator.
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VFS is one of the leading animation schools in the world. Taught by experienced professionals who know the industry inside and out, VFS’s Classical Animation program will have you career-ready in just 12 months.
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