Intro to BG Layout
& Design
FOR TV ANIMATION
August 9th & August 16th
Instructor
Turçin Soylu
12:00pm - 3:00 pm PT
STRIPES SESSION:
COURSE DESCRIPTION
BEGINNER-LEVEL
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Learn the universal design principles of Layout and Background Design including basic perspective and framing, setting the stage for the character and action and maintaining the continuity between a sequence of backgrounds in TV Animation. This beginner-level course is built for artists looking to solidify their foundation and take their skills to the next level.
This 6-hour intensive blends lecture, live demos, and real-time feedback. Students will explore how to create technically proficient layouts, while developing a stronger point of view in their design work along the way.
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A basic understanding of Background Design and Layout for TV Animation
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How to adapt to a show's style: creating/learning the visual language of a show
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Examples and Analysis of Turçin's work as well as the work of other strong BG artists in the field
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Review of a style bible of a completed show to understand how these principles are applied in production
Turçin Soylu is a multi-disciplinary artist working in the animation industry designing on projects such as Carol & the End of the World, Jentry Chau vs. The Underworld, Cat Burglar, and Charlotte. Her art has been featured in a diverse range of projects from preschool shows to adult animated shows to music videos and has contributed as a background designer, character designer, painter, animator, among other roles.
Examples of Turçin's Work
