Performative Animation and the Virtual Body - SOMA3410
Faculty: Faculty of Art & Design
School: School of Art & Design
Course Outline: Downloadcourse outline (PDF format)
Campus: Paddington
Career: Undergraduate
Units of Credit: 6
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
Enrolment Requirements:
L2 Animation Prerequisite
CSS Contribution Charge: 1 (more info)
Tuition Fee: See Tuition Fee Schedule
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Description
You will explore how the agency of an animated character is generated by analysing a combination of performance and acting skills, which can then be applied in your creative work using advanced 3D CGI character animation techniques. In particular, you will focus on developing emotive strategies for your character based on physiological and psychological devices and physical performance processes discussed in class. You will investigate and unfold the nuances of physical expression through observation of projected performances in character animation, undertaking experimental body animation, and participating in live-performances that integrate digital technologies.