In this curricular unit animation and movement are addressed as communicational and aesthetical phenomena, exploring its multiple connections with spaces, objects and its contexts. It considers Animation in the broadest sense since animation can refer to a kinetic object, a movement in space as much as a traditional “frame by frame” sequence of images. Current and urgent matters such as inclusivity and mental health will generate discussion, reflection and action by students.

 ANIMATION: REFLECTING ON COMMUNITIES THROUGH OBJECTS and NARRATIVE/ KINETIC SPACES

Introductory narrative exercise: kamishibai.

Creating atmospheres and meaning through movement in a 3d space: form baroque set design to contemporary shop windows

ANIMATION: IN THE LANDSCAPE

 Morphing Introduction exercises.

 Iconic images for gifs: “morph with meaning”.

“Distortions of landscape”: reflecting social situations and spatial phobias.

ANIMATION: ON/WITH THE BODY IN SPACE

·Animated movement in the urban landscape; exploring/expanding  social situations and spatial phobias.

Public art practices – public display and social engagement.

Experimental drawing, exploded in various media, installation, sculpture, and performative elements.

In the CU innovative methodologies are at the forefront of the teaching-learning process. Expanded animation and illustration drawing approaches are experimental practices in themselves presenting an innovative route to developing students creative tools and conceptual thinking. This CU gives historical contexts, and novel practitioner examples, encouraging students  to learn from this and devise their own processes of investigation and experimentation. This is done through a methodology of research, site specific fieldwork, installation, and field testing

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