STUDY PROGRAMME
Media Design and Multimedia Arts

AFAM CODE
ABTEC38

DISCIPLINARY AREA
Digital applications for visual arts

DISCIPLINARY FIELD
Digital applications in art

CREDITS
6

APPROACH
Theoretical/project based

This course provides theoretical competencies for the reading and analysis of static images, together with fundamental information about the use of the image

editing and basic animation software programmes. The Compositing module provides knowledge and skills in graphic image composition exploring the main techniques of manipulation and correlation of synthesis images for the production of multilayer audio-visual products. The second module, Animation principles, aims to develop skills in first animation productions, focusing on animation style, production methods and technical work-flow.

The programme grants 6 credits, divided as follows:

• COMPOSITING: 3 CFA

• ANIMATION PRINCIPLES: 3 CFA

Successful students will be able to:

• Understand and use different expressive techniques

• Mindfully manage graphic, composition, style and narration elements of drawing

• Be self-sufficient in the use of software

• Combine different visual elements in one image

• Realise short animation video production

COMPOSITING:

• Use of software

• Basics of motion graphics composition

• Basic elements of representation

• Visual language

• Colour correction

• Opening titles and logo animation

ANIMATION PRINCIPLES:

• Use of software

• Narration and visual language

• Storyboard

• Basics of 2D digital animation

• Basics of traditional animation

• Production work-flow

This is a theoretical/project based course.

The students will take part in the following activities, which may vary depending on the development of different projects:

• Classroom lectures

• Use of tutorials, videos or other media tools

• Exercises and revisions

• Workshops

• Individual or group projects

• Individual or group study and research

Assessment tools may include:

• Papers and oral discussions

Further details about the exams will be provided by the professors.

The final grade will result from the weighted average of the programme modules.

The exam consists in the revision of the students’ projects. If needed, the students are free to use the technical manuals of their choice.

Books and resources might be requested or suggested by the professors.