Design & Animate

Course Description:

Crafted with the curiosity and creative spirit of children in mind, this course invites your child to step into a vibrant digital playground. Under the guidance of our expert instructors, each student embarks on a journey from the basics of graphic design to the magical realm of animation, all from the comfort and safety of your home in London, UK.

Why Enrol Your Child?

• Foster Creativity: Watch as your child’s imagination comes to life on the screen, turning abstract ideas into tangible digital artworks.
• Boost Digital Literacy: Equip your child with the digital skills necessary for the future, from fundamental design principles to animation techniques.
• Flexible Learning: Designed for busy families, our online format allows your child to learn at their own pace, fitting perfectly around school and family time.
• Safe & Supportive Environment: Our experienced instructors create a nurturing online space where every child feels valued, inspired, and connected.
• Real-World Projects: Your child will complete the course with a portfolio of projects, showcasing their new skills and creative thinking.

Course Highlights:

• Introduction to Digital Design: Learn the basics of design, including colour theory, typography, and layout, through engaging, child-friendly activities.
• Animation Adventures: Step into the world of animation, exploring everything from stop-motion to 2D digital animation, bringing characters and stories to life.
• Interactive Workshops: Live, interactive sessions encourage collaboration, creativity, and fun, allowing children to share their work and learn from peers.
• Cultural Creativity: Discover how art and design vary across cultures, broadening horizons and inspiring a global perspective in young minds.
• Showcase & Celebrate: The course culminates in a virtual exhibition where students proudly present their creations to family, friends, and the Concept Study community.

Ready to Ignite Your Child’s Creative Spark?

“Design & Animate” isn’t just a course—it’s a journey into creativity, innovation, and digital fluency that prepares your child for the future while providing them with a fun, enriching experience today. Enroll your young creators in our course and watch as they design, animate, and shine.

Curriculum 

Introduction to Digital Art

• Lesson 1: Exploring the Digital Canvas

• • • Overview of digital art tools and software
    • Setting up and navigating design software

• Lesson 2: Basics of Digital Design

• • Introduction to colour theory and composition
  • Basic shapes and form creation

Dive into Design

• Lesson 3: The World of Typography

• • • Understanding fonts and typography in design
    • Creating engaging text-based artwork

• Lesson 4: Layout and Composition

• • Principles of layout in digital design
  • Designing simple posters and digital artwork

Characters and Storytelling

• Lesson 5: Character Creation Workshop

• • • Designing unique characters from scratch
    • Introduction to character design principles

• Lesson 6: Storyboarding Your Ideas

• • Basics of visual storytelling and storyboarding
  • Planning a short animation

Introduction to Animation

• Lesson 7: Animation Basics

• • • Introduction to animation principles
    • Simple animations using keyframes

• Lesson 8: Bringing Characters to Life

• • Animating designed characters
  • Introduction to motion and emotion in animation

Project and Presentation

• Lesson 9: Project Work

• • • Developing a short animated project based on their storyboard
    • Applying learned design and animation skills

• Lesson 10: Showcase and Feedback

• • Preparing a digital portfolio
  • Virtual exhibition: Students present their projects
  • Constructive feedback session and course wrap-upOnline Design & Animation Classes UK – Concept.study