MAAN 321 - Clay and Puppet Animation

The technique of animating handmade three-dimensional characters. Topics include puppet construction (clay and mixed media), set design and construction, and lighting. The history of puppet animation is also studied through film screenings and lectures, with a special emphasis on European filmmakers and nonverbal storytelling. Formerly PF 330

Prerequisites & Notes
Prerequisite: MAAN 201 or MAAN 202 Open to Animation majors and minors; and Film/Animation majors only. May be taken four times for credit.

Credits: 3 cr, 6 hrs