Computer Animation Arts

Year 2 Tutorials: Tuesday 13th Feb To clarify: Tuesday's tutorials are 'drop in' tutorials. The title on the timetable is 'individual tutorials' and underneath it details the type 'drop in'. This means there are no scheduled tutorial times, however you can 'drop-in' if you wish get any further advice ahead of your interim critique.

FAO Year 2 and 3: Friday 12/05/17 I won't be in the University today. However, if anyone has an questions please email me and I will get back to you ASAP. Good Luck First Years! Thanks, Alan

In order to lengthen the sculpting classes the following dates and times have been changed to: Tuesday 28th March (TBC) Tuesday 4th April Tuesday 2nd May Group A: (10am)  Dee Danielle Andi Mark Louis Tom S. Katie Krissy Almu Becky S. Hannah Aureo Group B: (2pm) Joe Sam Eleanor Manisha Pip Tom W. Ian Rhys Danni Tom M. Bradley

FAO Year 2: Acting classes begin on Wednesday 15th in the base room.  The groups are as follows... Group A: (10am)  Dee Danielle Andi Mark Louis Katie Krissy Almu Becky S. Sam Hannah Aureo Group B: (2pm) Joe Tom S. Eleanor Manisha Pip Tom W. Ian Rhys Danni Tom M. Bradley Beckie R. Please pass on (Facebook etc) this post to anyone who you think may not see it. Note: Please do not switch groups (unless otherwise agreed with me) or attend the wrong session.

FAO Year 2 To take into account those people who have just come back from Rome Wednesday's (8th) Interim Critique has been rescheduled for Friday17th March @ 10am . The venue will be confirmed closer to the date. Use the extra time to your benefit. The Interim Critique. For your Interim Critique please prepare a presentation of the your work for Adaptation Part B so far. The best way to think about your presentation is to treat it as a 'professional pitch to financial backers' who know nothing about your project. Remember this project is called 'Adaptation: Professional Practice' and professionalism should be present in all aspects of your work (including your presentation / graphic design). If you have any specific questions about your project and what to present please see me (or Phil) for help and advice.

Year 2: A reminder of timetable events and changes that will happen after Rome / Reading Week. 'In Person Pitch' Wednesday 8th March This is a presentation pitch (to the whole group) illustrating your project idea, your progress (work) so far, and what you intend to achieve over the remaining weeks of the project. This will also be a presentation where you will be given feedback and advice from Phil and I. *Please note that this date may change. If so a notification will appear on the group blog. 'Tuesday / Friday Tutorials' Week 9 (Starting the 6th March) - No Tutorials due to the Pitch. After week 9: The tutorials become 'Drop in' tutorials. 'Drop In Tutorials' mean come if you need project advice or practical help.

Preparing for Sculpting: Puchases As part of the sculpting class you will need to buy materials and tools (see image above). I've tried my best to make this a cost effective as possible with course sharing some of the cost...however your purchases are: 1) Super Sculpey 'Firm' Clay: Stores (Theatre Department) 2) Pliers & Wirecutters: Poundland or Similar (You will only need these briefly so I suggest borrowing or sharing if possible). 3) Tin Foil - Supermarket   4) Sculpting Tools & A Paintbrush (medium): Art Shop or UCA Shop (Reception) 5) Dividers: A old drawing compass set will do 6) A Piece of Soft Sponge: I'd recommend sharing a larger sponge from Poundland. 7) Brass Tubing (small diameter) or an Old Paintbrush with a metal collar (small): DIY shop or poundland (or similar) All of the other materials you will need will be provided by us so please do all you can to be ready for the sculpting class after Easter.

Year 2: Thursday 4th Feb Due to the deadline for Adaption Part A (Video Infographic) thursday is as follows: Self-Directed Study = 'No film this week' 'Online Video Tutorials' = No formal Maya class but the online tutorials are available.

 Please be aware that: Group Tutorials: Tuesday 8th December This is the final week so please only attend these timetabled tutorials if you need help with your projects. I will also be free all day to help anyone / any group.  Narrative Final Critique: Thursday 10th December The Narrative final crit will be held in the CAA base room on Thursday from 2pm (this is an adjustment to any early version of the timetable that states Wednesday).  Prior to the Crit: 1) Upload all of your group work to your group blogs (Group work to date, final film, and making of document). 2) Upload individual work to your personal blog. (This is your contribution to the group project) During the crit (in the order below): 1) Show your film. 2) Give a 5-10 minute group presentation about your project. 3) Receive feedback. Good luck everyone!

Just a quick reminder for everyone:  Character Design classes start on Tuesday with groups 4, 5, and 6 in the morning at 10am and groups 1, 2, 3, 7 in the afternoon at 2pm. Below is a reminder of the submission requirements for the project. Character Design Submission: A) A Character Bible containing… Part 1) A Synopsis of the concept/ game. Part 2) Character Designs (a minimum of three).    Completed for each Character: A Biography A Set of Turnaround Drawings Expression Drawings Full Body Action Drawings  Prop & Accessory Drawings Part 3) Environment Designs (minimum of one)    Part 4) Gameplay Designs (minimum of one)  Part 5) Consideration of Branding (The graphic design of your document)   B) Completed Weekly Tasks (set during Justin’s class & then uploaded to your blog)   C) Blog: A fully up-to-date blog containing your research, development, methodology, sketches,...

Narrative Project Group Tutorial Times Please be aware of the following group tutorial times listed below.  However, please note that these are just rough 'guide' times meaning that on occasion tutorials may start earlier or later depending upon group discussions and any technical help needed. Please be available in the studio. Tuesday Morning Group 1: 10.00am Group 2: 10.20am Group 3: 10.40am Group 7: 11.00am Thursday Afternoon Group 4: 2.00pm Group 5: 2.20am Group 6: 2.40am

Character Design Critique & Presentation To dispel any confusion...  Outcomes: The outcome for the character design project was intentionally left open ended to allow everyone to personally develop their work - Each project is (to a greater or lesser degree) very different and therefore will have differing specific outcomes. This is also a deliberate step away from more 'list based' outcomes you may have experienced on a year one brief towards a more year three approach. I realise that this may appear somewhat open ended on the surface but hopefully during classes and tutorials with Justin you all identified a specific goal for your project and understand the depth of a character bible.  Presentation: The presentation goal is to put together a coherent public facing sales 'pitch' (in the form of a Kickstarter page or document) which illustrates the potential of your game, the characters, and the environments. In order to achieve this succ...

Dear all - as part of the October edition of the PWTM , I want to share/promote your current studio blogs for your Narrative project.  I don't have a complete list yet.  I'm hoping to publish the PWTM on Sunday evening.  Could someone from each of your groups email me your urls for your collaborative blogs - or could someone who has all the urls send me the complete list for sharing.  Many thanks!