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Creating 2D Background

by Chad Troftgruben
70 lessons11 chapters6.1 hReleased 201922 free
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There are many tasks that go into creating an animated cartoon. Character design, rigging, writing, the list goes on. So how can you be expected to take on yet one more task with designing backgrounds? Simple! You watch this course! In Creating 2D Backgrounds for Cartoon Animation we will explore how to create three different backgrounds: basic freestyle, abstract and one point perspective. Each background will bring new techniques and challenges, allowing you to get a feel for multiple approaches. With this course, you will have a strong understanding of how to create, assemble and polish backgrounds for cartoon animation using a wide variety of software!

Course content

Introduction3 lessons
Sketching a Basic Outside Shot6 lessons
Painting a Basic Flat Background13 lessons
Painting an Abstract Background5 lessons
Animating an Abstract Background9 lessons
Sketching a One Point Perspective Background6 lessons
Coloring a Background in Adobe Sketch7 lessons
Polishing and Lighting a Background in After Effects15 lessons
Setting Up Interactive Backgrounds4 lessons
Conclusion1 lessons
Credits1 lessons