VIRTUAL ANIMATORS announces: CONCEPT DEVELOPMENT - CHARACTER DESIGN and CHARACTER ANIMATION webinars.
http://www.virtualanimators.com/index.php/master-lecture-series/webinar-series

FOUR DIFFERENT WEBINARS OF ONE HOUR PER WEEK DURING 12 WEEKS. DESIGNED TO INSTRUCT AN ENTIRE PROGRAM IN EACH CATEGORY. INSTRUCTION BEGINS, AUGUST 2013, DATE AND TIME TO BE ANNOUNCED.
SPACE IS LIMITED. ENROLL NOW

Concept Development and Environmental Design - Sean Sullivan
http://vimeo.com/69677194
This course will teach you how to establish environmental concepts using perspective rules. The workshop takes you step-by-step to the creation of conceptual designs environments and cityscape sketches and comps.


Character Design - Len Simon
http://lensimon.com/
http://vimeo.com/59364221
This course focuses on techniques to design characters and the creative process to achieve the desired goals. You will understand the concepts of clarity and shape variation, and other important principles and elements of design. As a character designer you are the casting director. You will learn how to design characters with and approach to Feature animated films and animated television productions.

Character Animation 1 - Jeff Schanz
http://vimeo.com/70262650
This course will introduce you to the study of traditional Principles of Animation. These principles were developed in the 1930's at the Walt Disney studios to make animation, especially character animation, more realistic and entertaining. These principles will be applied to the learning of animation as 3D computer animation. The learning plan includes short cuts and techniques on how to animate using 3D models in Maya, which is the software of choice for animation.

Character Animation 2 - with Kathy Zielinski
http://vimeo.com/59988146
http://vimeo.com/69677194
This course is designed for animators with previous animation experience. For those who understand the Principles of Animation but want to advanced their understanding on how to breathe life into the characters with personality, creating the illusion of thought, emotion by depicting actions that are driven by the character's emotions and idiosyncrasies. This course teaches concepts and techniques using 3D models in Maya, which is the software of choice for animation. ** Please submit a reel to demonstrate such proficiency and to receive the approval of the course instructor to be enrolled.

We are in Week#5 of instruction in Character Design and Concept Development! These online lectures have been an affective form of instruction, as we have heard from our participants! 

This week in Character Design, Len will be covering the topic of Drapery and Hair! 

(artwork by Glen Keane, provided byhttp://keaneart.tumblr.com/page/13)

How do you animate personality you ask?...well, using gesture poses, exaggeration and acting the personality and don’t forget; a good sense of animation timing. 

Where do you learn that? Well..right here! 

See for yourself..Len Simon just gave a two hour demonstration on the subject!

Our workshops in Character Animation, Character Design and Concept Development will be begin in April! It's an amazing opportunity to learn from the best! 

Kathy Zielinski, Len Simon and Jeff Schanz are truly amazing at what they do. We are honored to have them on board!

Interested? Have questions? Email at info@virtualanimators.com

Let your dreams begin!

With Oscar season now over, its time to help make your dreams become reality, with convenient online training covering all aspects in film/Animation!

Sign up for our Character Design, Character Animation, and Concept Development Workshops taught by industry professionals who will guide you every step of the way! 

Find out more at www.virtualanimators.com
Questions? Ask at info@virtualanimators.com!

Character Animator, Kathy Zielinski

Announcing the enrollment for Workshops in Character Design, Character Animation and Concept Development! 

THESE TRAINING WORKSHOPS allow the freedom to attend class, participate and perform homework at your convenience. The programs are taught by professionals who have the know 
how in helping you fine-tune your skills and guide you along the way, to successfully complete the program and graduate with a final portfolio or demo reel showcasing your talent and new skills. 

These are the credentials you need, when applying for opportunities in the areas you have graduated and have specialized in.

The benefits of online instruction have been felt as tangible and effective on those who have attended our monthly Master Lectures! Here are some testimonial and the feedback we have been receiving!

"I enjoyed hearing what the speaker had to say about the industry & I liked being able to clearly see techniques. I mostly enjoy hearing about what drives certain artists and what inspires their work. I would 
probably prefer in person learning but online is convenient, and it's easy for everyone to see what the instructor is drawing with screen share. Great work! I'm looking forward to the next one." --Laura Tellier

"I actually enjoyed being part of the virtual lecture with Len Simon. I found his talking about his back ground in animation interesting, I have mutual friends he spoke of and experiences.
I would recommend your lectures!” --Jan Naylor

Our Spring term begins soon! For more info regarding the workshops, email at info@virtualanimators.com or visit our websitewww.virtualanimators.com

We hope to see you all there!

Questions regarding our Master Lectures or upcoming Workshops in Character Design and Character Animation?

Send us an email at info@virtualanimators.com!

(Brilliant animated scene from Character Animation Instructor, Kathy Zienlinski!)

We couldn’t be any more excited to have Len Simon back on with us! He definitely knows what it takes to become a great Character Designer and to be successful in the industry! Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity live via online to meet as he answers your questions! 

Saturday, February 9th at 4PM! Sign up and register at www.virtualanimtors.com!

We hope to see you there!

We are happy and pleased to announce PART 2 of our Master Lecture with Character Designer and artist extraordinare, Len Simon! Mark your calendars for FEB. 9th at 4PM!

You are invited once again for this fun-filled event! Sign up and register now at www.virtualanimators.com

http://vimeo.com/58382836

WE HAD AN AMAZING MASTER LECTURE WITH CHARACTER DESIGNER, LEN SIMON! HERE ARE SOME OF OUR HIGHLIGHTS FROM THIS SPECIAL EVENT! 

THERE MAY BE PART 2 OF HIS LECTURE IN THE WEEK TO COME.....STAY TUNED!

ONE MORE DAY until our Master Lecture with 2D animator/illustrator/character designer/sculptor, Len Simon! (wow, multi-talented indeed)

Jan 26th @ 4PM live! You are invited to share this inspirational and amazing experience with us! Sign up at www.virtualanimators.com

Artwork (c) Len Simon
www.lensimon.com

The cruel and feisty, Phlemencoff, from the Fox Animated film, Anastasia! Character Expressions done by none other than the amazing Len Simon! 

Be sure to register for the Master Lecture with Len Simon Jan. 26th at www.virtualanimators.com! 

Len’s sculptural work is not only a great inspiration, but also a reminder that as artists; we must strive to be well rounded in all the disciplines of art. 

The study of animation as an art form, constantly tell us, that we must be mindful of rhythm in composition and color, be aware of the use of negative space by drawing strong silhouette. Also tells of the importance of having a good knowledge of anatomy when we are to design characters or engaged in film development! All of these go hand in hand!

Artwork (c) Len Simon
http://www.lensimon.com/index.html