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Program of Cartoon and Animation

ANI510

CHARACTER AND SCENE DESIGN

Course Code
ANI510
Semester
Third Term (Fall)
Theory+Practice
2 + 2
ECTS
5
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study2
SemesterThird Term (Fall)
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Expressing the view by drawing.
  2. Two and three dimensional thinking.
  3. Expressing thoughts by picturing or iconography.
  4. Abilty to work in a particular subject limitations.
  5. Solving design problems and generating orginal ideas.
  6. In art design field ability to work interdisciplinary.
  7. Expressing conceptual thinking and thoughts verbally and visually.
  8. Thinking in context.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsANİ501 Drawing I, ANİ504 Perspective and Technical Drawing, ANİ507 Drawing II
Course DescriptionThe aim of this course is for students to learn the key aspects and considerations in character and scene design. Throughout the term, students are expected to explore how shapes and colors used in drawings affect the characters and scenes created, while also understanding the importance of the relationship between these characters, the scenes they inhabit, and the story. By the end of the term, students will have designed a 3D (physical) promotional poster for a fully developed character, covering all stages of the design process.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction: Structure of the course, rules, and expectations...
2nd Week Symbolism of shape and color in design.
3rd Week Human anatomy: Feminine and masculine characters.
4th Week Animals, anthropomorphism, hybrid characters, and monsters.
5th Week Character hierarchy: Heroes, villains, and sidekicks.
6th Week Age factor: Babies and elderly. Skeleton, pose, and facial expressions.
7th Week Thinking in 3D. Writing an intriguing scenario. Midterm briefing.
8th Week MIDTERM
9th Week Object and costume design.
10th Week Fundamentals of scene design: Genre, perspective, composition, and more...
11th Week Color and light harmony between character and environment. The importance of color and light in concept design.
12th Week Lighting and coloring techniques.
13th Week Final exam briefing.
14th Week Final feedback before submission.
Recommended or Required ReadingCreating Characters with Personality - Tom Bancroft
Animation: From Concepts and Production - Hannes Rall
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Problem Solving
  • Project
  • Practice
  • Lecture
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 20
Assignment 6 30
Practice 6 20
Total(%) 70
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 70
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 30
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 5 5
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam
Course hours 14 4 56
Preparation for Midterm exam
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 30 30
Homework 6 5 30
Workshop 6 4 24
Total Work Load145
Total Work Load / 30 (h)4.83
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No

Programme Qualifications / Learning Outcomes

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