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Learn how to bring your favorite animated characters to life in animation classes for kids in NYC, where participants will explore various techniques such as frame-by-frame animation and character design.

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3D Modeling: Learn to Use Blender (Grades 6-12)

One River School @ 49 N Dean St, Englewood, NJ

Learn to craft and sculpt objects for animated films, visual effects, 3D printed models, motion graphics, augmented/virtual reality or computer games with this introductory camp to Blender. Students will create a series of three dimensional objects while learning the essentials of the program, Blender. This class is designed for beginners to develop a foundational understanding of the program and discover unique skills to aid them in their...

(13) All levels 11 - 17 years old
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$420

5 sessions

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Animation Camp 2021

SMB Studio Arts Inc. @ 3777 Richmond Ave, Staten Island, NY

Calling all future Animators! Join us for our 4 week Camp Program. Learn the fundamentals of animation the way the professionals do it! Instructed by Robert Dennis: A Computer Animation Junior at Ringling College of Art and Design. Students will learn the “Principles of Animation” as utilized around the world in studios such as Disney, Pixar and more. Students will create many core animations such as, Ball Bounce, Pendulum, Walk cycle, expression...

(1) Beginner 8 - 12 years old
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$285

3 sessions

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Art Portfolio Prep. - Digital 2D Animation (Grades 11+)

Ashcan Digital Academy @ 45 East 34th St, New York, NY

Unlock your creativity and bring your artwork to life with the Art Portfolio Prep. - Digital 2D Animation course at Ashcan Digital Academy. Learn the fundamentals of animation, from squash and stretch to keyframing, and develop your short animation projects. Discover the exciting world of 2D animation and gain the skills to succeed in various artistic careers.

(1) Beginner 16 and older
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$1,100

8 sessions

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Digital 2D Animation (Grades 10-12 & up)

Ashcan Digital Academy @ 45 East 34th St, New York, NY

Unleash your creativity and learn the art of bringing characters to life through 2D animation. Discover classical techniques and explore the fundamentals of weight, balance, timing, and movement using Photoshop/Toon Boom Studio software. Develop short animations and showcase your original characters and storyboards in this immersive course.

(1) Beginner 15 and older
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$930

7 sessions

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Digital 2D Animation (Grades 6-9)

Ashcan Digital Academy @ 45 East 34th St, New York, NY

Unleash your creativity and learn the art of 2D animation with Ashcan Digital Academy. Develop well-structured and fluid animations using classical techniques and software like Photoshop/Toon Boom Studio. Bring your characters to life and create short animations with original storyboards.

(1) Beginner 11 - 14 years old
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$780

7 sessions

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Investigating Stop-Motion Animation

Children's Museum of the Arts @ 103 Charlton St, New York, NY

For young film lovers, this class introduces various techniques of stop motion animation, including claymation, pixilation, and paper cut-out. Students will create abstract, narrative, and experimental films using iMac computers, IPEVO cameras, iStopMotion software, and a wide variety of tools and materials. Inspired by animated films such as Wallace and Gromit, Chicken Run, and The Nightmare Before Christmas, students will have the opportunity to...

(10) All levels 7 - 9 years old
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$500

18 sessions

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Monologues

Children's Museum of the Arts @ 103 Charlton St, New York, NY

This class is perfect for those who have a flair for the written word and performance. Young artists will have the opportunity to either write a short script or perform an existing monologue, which will then be brought to life through animation and/or live-action film techniques. The class will break into small groups and work collaboratively on the production of short films. The final films will be presented at the end of the week! DROP OFF:...

(10) All levels 12 - 15 years old
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$595

5 sessions

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Multiplane Animation

Children's Museum of the Arts @ 103 Charlton St, New York, NY

Inspired by the works of animator Yuri Norstein, young artists will explore the wonders of multi-plane animation in this class. Instead of working on only one surface, this class will teach the technique of animating on two or more planes at once! This special technique allows young artists to add depth and handmade visual effects to their animations including: rolling fog, snow, multiple elements or characters moving at once, and the use of dramatic...

(10) All levels 6 - 11 years old
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$595

5 sessions

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Exploring Storytelling And Animation

Children's Museum of the Arts @ 103 Charlton St, New York, NY

This class will introduce our unique style of collaborative storytelling using stop motion animation. Students will experiment with character drawings, puppetry and sculpture, set building, sound recording, and iStopMotion software.  This class is a great introduction to the art of storytelling for young storytellers with an interest in various mediums.

(10) All levels 5 - 6 years old
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$500

16 sessions

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Animation Shorts (Ages 11 - 15)

Children's Museum of the Arts @ 103 Charlton St, New York, NY

In this class, students will explore the art of creating an animated short. Teaching Artists will guide the class in dissecting the intricate works of independent animators on youtube, studying the narrative, style, and materials used.  In small groups, students will decide on their own materials -from paper, fabrics to claymation- before writing 2-3 short scripts to storyboard, and then animate. Using iStopmotion, students will learn techniques...

(10) All levels 11 - 15 years old
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$595

5 sessions

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Animation and Set Design

Children's Museum of the Arts @ 103 Charlton St, New York, NY

Can you create your own imaginary world? In this class, young artists will explore the art of set design and bring their ideas to life through animation. Using papier-maché, armature-building, and recycled materials, this class will approach the design process from various angles, taking inspiration from Calder’s Circus and student’s favorite books and films. After the scene is set, young designers will be invited to create their own collaborative...

(10) All levels 6 - 11 years old
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$595

5 sessions

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Hand-Drawn Animation (In-Person @ CMA)

Children's Museum of the Arts @ 103 Charlton St, New York, NY

Breathe life into your drawings! Artists will learn how to create a compelling character and bring them to life frame-by-frame. Students will work with a variety of drawing media, from pencil to charcoal to ink, while learning how to use industry-standard Dragonframe stop-motion software. Throughout the week, students will collaborate with each other to create their own film to share with family and friends. The week will conclude with a “film...

(10) All levels 7 - 10 years old
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$475

4 sessions

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Rotoscope Animation

Children's Museum of the Arts @ 103 Charlton St, New York, NY

Come explore the experimental filmmaking technique of Rotoscoping! Young artists will explore photographer and animator Eadweard Muybridge’s work and use this retro technique to hand color over frames from short films created in class. Combining live action filmmaking and illustration, this is a unique art making crossover experience!

(10) All levels 6 - 12 years old
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$150
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Animated Animal Films

Children's Museum of the Arts @ 103 Charlton St, New York, NY

Come discover the endless possibilities of making short films with Clay! Through the use of StopMotion Animation, young artists will make clay come to life on the screen, whether it’s a dragon, robot or simply a blob!  This daylong class will allow students to explore the power of the moving image through hands-on projects guided by our talented Teaching Artists. After watching inspiring samples of professional animations such as Wallace...

(10) All levels 6 - 12 years old
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$125
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Holiday GIFs

Children's Museum of the Arts @ 103 Charlton St, New York, NY

Young Artists will use the technique of StopMotion Animation to create short animated videos that can be easily shared over the web using found objects, cut-out paper, clay and more. By exporting their video creations into the popular Graphics Interchange Format (GIF), students will be able to create very cool ‘21st century’ holiday gifts to send out to friends and family. No animating experience necessary!

(10) All levels 8 - 12 years old
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$125
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Experimental Animation

Children's Museum of the Arts @ 103 Charlton St, New York, NY

Welcome to the fascinating world of animation! In this week-long class, young artists will explore the versatility of animation through the use of a wide variety of materials such as paper, sand, clay and more. Students will push the boundaries of traditional 2D and Stop Motion Animation while creating Abstract and Experimental short films. This fun and dynamic class is a great introduction to those new to animating and a great expansion of possibilities...

(10) All levels 6 - 12 years old
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$125
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Arctic Weather

Children's Museum of the Arts @ 103 Charlton St, New York, NY

It’s getting warmer in New York, so let’s imagine what the weather is like in the coldest part of the world. Animate it snowing or raining on a polar ice cap with penguins or your favorite cold-weather animals!

(10) All levels 5 and older
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Umbrella Party

Children's Museum of the Arts @ 103 Charlton St, New York, NY

Animate 1, 2, or many umbrellas on a rainy day. The Media Lab offers young artists high-tech equipment to create animated videos, learn photography, and capture and edit films. Children are introduced to media art by Teaching Artists who have backgrounds in photography, film production, animation, design, and more. Please note: 1 adult is required per every 3 children that enter the museum. Also, to best accommodate all our visitors, we do not...

(10) All levels 5 - 15 years old
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Animating Nature

Children's Museum of the Arts @ 103 Charlton St, New York, NY

Join us in the Media Lab to create your own found-object animation using organic materials including rocks, leaves, and sand! The Media Lab offers young artists high-tech equipment to create animated videos, learn photography, and capture and edit films. Children are introduced to media art by Teaching Artists who have backgrounds in photography, film production, animation, design, and more. Please note: 1 adult is required per every 3 children...

(10) All levels 5 and older
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Climate Change

Children's Museum of the Arts @ 103 Charlton St, New York, NY

Animate the way in which Climate Change has affected our planet. The Media Lab offers young artists high-tech equipment to create animated videos, learn photography, and capture and edit films. Children are introduced to media art by Teaching Artists who have backgrounds in photography, film production, animation, design, and more. Please note: 1 adult is required per every 3 children that enter the museum. Also, to best accommodate all our visitors,...

(10) All levels 5 and older
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