2D Animation Essentials
Learn 2D animation for beginners taught online by professional animators
Begin your journey into 2D animation with this beginner-friendly course designed for aspiring animators. Build a strong foundation in animation principles, master hand-drawn techniques, and gain confidence using Toon Boom Harmony, the software behind iconic animated projects. Learn from industry professionals and start creating standout animations that set you on the path to a rewarding career in film, TV, or games.
- Master the 12 Principles of Animation: Learn the essential techniques behind smooth and engaging movement.
- Hands-On Training with Toon Boom Harmony: Gain proficiency in the industry-standard software used by top studios.
- Mentorship from Top Animators: Receive personalized guidance from experts who’ve worked on iconic projects like Klaus and Rick & Morty.
- Flexible and Personalized Learning: Study online with options for 1-on-1 or small group classes tailored to your goals.
Learn from professional animators who've worked on classics like Klaus, Rick & Morty, Pocahontas, and Road to El Dorado. They'll show you how to create 2D animations from scratch, frame by frame!
Master Your Skills. Master Your Future.
Whether straight out of high school, changing careers, or upgrading skills, our career-focused 2D animation courses help you build practical job skills that are required in the industry.
Industry Mentors
Learn from the best! Our instructors are seasoned industry pros and bring real-world knowledge to the classroom, ensuring you're equipped with the skills that studios demand.
Outcomes
Our goal is to make you job-ready. You'll graduate with technical skills and a deep understanding of the animation industry, making you a valuable asset to any studio.
Community
Join an active community and network with peers, mentors, and industry professionals. Our strong industry connections can help you access job opportunities post-graduation.
Group Class
Learn in a small group led by a working professional, with everyone's work reviewed every week the way a studio team operates. You grow alongside people chasing the same goals, sharpening your eye on their work as well as your own, and keep the momentum that comes from not working alone.
WHO IS THIS FOR
- Students who learn better in collaborative, social environments
- Career changers who want structure and accountability while they transition
- Recent school leavers looking for an alternative to a traditional university degree
Alfredo Cassano
Alfredo is a 2D animator and storyboard artist who has worked on feature films like Klaus (Lead Animator on Jesper), Song of the Sea, The Secret of Kells, and several TV shows.
Known for Klaus
Anna Pagliara
Anna Pagliara has spent 11 years animating for studios including DogHead Animation, Studio Soi, and Lighthouse Studios, with credits on The Amazing World of Gumball, Mulligan, HouseBroken, Totally Spies, and Coriolano. She mentors CGSI 2D Animation students on the timing, weight, and acting choices that turn a clean drawing into a believable performance.
Known for Mulligan
Ben Li
Ben Li has spent 15 years animating for studios including Sony Pictures, Studio Mir, Powerhouse Animation, Boulder Media, Psyop, and Lion Forge. His credits include Invincible, Castlevania, Space Dandy, Blood of Zeus, Witcher: Sirens of the Deep, Black Dynamite, and TMNT 2012. He mentors CGSI 2D Animation students with a focus on the action and character work that drives episodic and feature pipelines.
Known for Space Dandy
Hubert Lapointe
Montréal-based Hubert Lapointe has worked as an animator and animation supervisor on hit shows like Rick & Morty and The Ollie and Moon Show, and as a software instructor for ToonBoom.
Known for Rick and Morty
Jim Richardson
Jim has worked in various animation roles on commercials, film, TV, and games, as well as teaching 2D Animation. He teaches animation online while working at CG Spectrum.
Known for Disney Junior
Marcel Laurin
Marcel has animated for film, TV and video games since 2003 at studios across Canada and France including Bardel and Gameloft. He was also a Toon Boom instructor at studios and schools around the world.
Known for Go West: A Lucky Luke Adventure
Richter Lewis
Richter Lewis has spent 14 years animating for studios including Red Mountain Media Group, Innovelore Entertainment, and Velorean Productions, with credits on ABC Mouse and other educational and broadcast properties. He mentors CGSI 2D Animation students through the timing and acting craft that drives episodic and educational pipelines.
Known for ABC Mouse
Scott Claus
While at Disney and DreamWorks Scott animated classics like Pocahontas, The Hunchback of Notre Dame and The Road to El Dorado. He later worked on Life of Pi, which won the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects.
Known for Hercules
Scott Sackett
Scott has been an animator and storyboard artist working on both feature and TV animation. Currently, he is working as a Supervising Director at Exceptional Minds Studios.
Known for Pinky and The Brain
Sykosan
Sykosan is a 2D animation filmmaker with expertise covering all stages of the animation process and a unique style of modern western and Japanese influences.
Known for Katy Perry's Cry About it Later
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Our mission is to train highly skilled graduates ensuring they are prepared for a successful career. Take the first step towards joining our alumni at world-class studios creating work that inspires.
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