Line Animation in Spatial Installations

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Line drawing is an ancient art form that dates back almost 75,000 years, however, you may have come across the common stereotype that line drawing is a “lesser” art form due to its simplicity. This couldn’t be further from the truth. Simple drawings of line and color can be wonderfully fun with endless potential constrained only by your creativity.

In this course we will explore the art of Line Drawing Animation in Adobe Photoshop, enhancing it with sound and layering in After Effects. Creations of these freeform line animations will then be applied into spatial installation projects of your own design. Line drawing animation is often referred to as line art drawing. It involves working with a Wacom or other drawing tablet using simple brush or pen strokes with varying weights and angles to create diverse shapes, forms, words, squiggles, stories, and more.

Focusing solely on lines—hence the name—line drawing animation excludes gradients and shading, allowing the lines themselves to convey meaning and detail. What makes line drawing animation truly captivating is its versatility. Line animation excels in producing abstract, descriptive, or implied imagery. You can experiment with line thickness, shape, and color, offering endless possibilities for unique creative expression. So, while the technique may seem simple, it opens the door to remarkable artistic opportunities limited only by your imagination.

Techniques & Projects:

• Short Animations
• Sound & After Effects
• Use of Colour
• Layered Animation

Supplies Needed:

• Laptop & Sketchbook
• Wacom Tablet is extremely helpful but not necessary
• Adobe Creative Suite – Photoshop & After Effects – (accessible for free through MassArt)
• WiFi & Zoom

$575 Workshop

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