Learn the fundamentals of 2D animation using Toon Boom Harmony focusing on anime style. You'll be guided every step of the way by Tokyo-based 2D artist Misu Yamaneko, who has worked on popular anime productions like Pokemon Sun & Moon, Vinland Saga, Promised Neverland, Overlord II, Natsume's Book of Friends, Merc Storia, and Bleach Brave Souls. Don't miss this unique opportunity to have Misu as your mentor!
Why study anime-style animation at CG Spectrum:
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Discover what it takes to become an anime artist! CG Spectrum’s 2D animation classes are conducted entirely online, meaning they’re available to you, wherever you are in the world.
Please note: This course teaches 2D animation fundamentals with a focus on the anime style. The course does not teach anime drawing. Seats are strictly limited.
Certificate
9 months
20 hrs weekly
Beginner
Basic computer and drawing skills
Weekly online classes, feedback and support (Live session time: Saturdays 2am UTC)
Toon Boom Harmony
Jul 10, 2023
Please note: This curriculum is identical to the 2D Animation Course but offers a specific focus on anime-style animation. Students interested in this niche will benefit from the mentorship of a renowned 2D artist with years of experience working on popular anime productions.
Starting with the 12 Principles of Animation, you'll learn 2D animation fundamentals and begin putting them into practice with your first 2D pieces: the bouncing ball, flour sack jump and a walk cycle.
You'll discover how to add personality and emotion to your work while creating the illusion of three-dimensional space; learn key features of Toon Boom; and get familiar with drawing tools, posing, timing, spacing, the timeline and X-sheet.
This term focuses on drawing skills, advanced physical human and quadruped animation, plus animating pantomime and simple dialogue scenes. You'll study the greats and discover what makes their work so captivating, learn the importance of silhouettes, how to use a variety of timing in your story, and gain speed creating thumbnails and key poses.
By this stage, you’re ready for more advanced aspects of 2D: creating appealing characters, solid drawings, expressive acting and FX animation. Increase your technical skills while working towards creating a polished dialogue scene. Finish the course by polishing your portfolio and exploring next steps with your mentor.
LIMITED SEATS! This class fills up quickly and is strictly limited to 4 students. Enquire now about securing your spot.
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Misu is a professional 2D artist who has worked on popular anime like Pokemon Sun & Moon, Promised Neverland, Vinland Saga, Overlord II and Bleach Brave Souls. She has years of experience with storyboards, pitch, layouts, illustrations and 3D graphics, and works traditionally on paper as well as digitally. She looks forward to sharing her passion and expertise with students, while offering valuable industry insights on what it's like to be an anime artist in Japan.
Based in Tokyo, Misu has worked as a storyboard artist for Pokemon Sun & Moon, Vinland Saga, Overlord II and Bleach Brave Souls.
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Known for Pokemon Sun & Moon
We’re proud to say that the majority of our advanced graduates are now working in the highly competitive film & games industry.
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Dive right into the full study pathway and be industry ready in 18 months.
Not quite ready to commit? Start with the intro course and graduate with the option to continue to term 2 of the foundations course.
What are the prerequisites for this course?
For this course, you will need basic computer skills and a computer that meets the minimum specifications (see next question).
What are the software & hardware requirements?
Software:
A student licence of Toon Boom will be provided for the length of the course.
Hardware:
You will need a computer that meets the minimum system requirements for Toon Boom, and a graphics tablet (see 2D animation software and equipment).
What 2D animation careers can I explore post-graduation?
This course gives you an excellent understanding of 2D animation fundamentals, and depending on your level of commitment, skills, and portfolio pieces, you may be ready to start applying for entry-level artist positions.
To increase your hiring potential, the Advanced 2D Animation Course is recommended. It covers more complex techniques and includes an entire term dedicated to career development and portfolio preparation to prepare you for junior 2D animator jobs such as:
Discover more about these 2D animator jobs, tips, and salary expectations on our careers page:
I’d take the course again if I could!
I can’t praise CG Spectrum enough for the quality of teaching and dedication to their students. Mark was by far the best mentor I’ve ever had. He really took the time to help design the course around what it is that I wanted to get out of it. I’ve studied other animation courses in the past, but none even come close to the depth and speed of development as CG Spectrum.
I landed a job immediately after finishing the course.
When I started CG Spectrum's animation program, I wasn't sure what to expect. Now, I can surely tell that choosing CG Spectrum was the best decision I've ever made. My mentors were incredibly knowledgeable, dedicated and supportive.
I was hired by Ubisoft!
It’s your career success that matters. I applied to some companies with my updated reel and got hired by a studio named Dwarf-Labs where I did some animations for a CG commercial. Then I was hired by Ubisoft where I worked on one of their biggest franchises, Assassin’s Creed Syndicate!
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