Character, Prop and Scene Development

Course aim

To develop student's understanding of the practices and processes involved in preparing before-camera materials for stop motion animation.

Course content

Students will build knowledge of narrative through writing, design and production of character sculpture, prop and scene development in relation to stop motion animation and other design fields. Students will develop sculptural objects which contribute to narrative using a range of processes including character armature design, maquette and prop sculpture and miniature set construction. Areas of design and creative practice that will be covered specific to stop motion animation include, story, character, object and scene design, the dynamics of movement, puppet performance, the use of lighting and photography.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Students must complete the nominated online WHS module prior to commencing the course.

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, CITY WEST (INTENSIVE)
Seminar	1 hour x 10 days
Studio	4.5 hours x 10 days
INTERNAL, CITY WEST
Seminar	1 hour x 10 weeks
Studio	4.5 hours x 10 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Concept design

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2A)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.