GD 2220 - Storyboarding and 2D Motion Graphics

This is an introductory course in storyboarding which incorporates Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Flash in the virtual storytelling process. Emphasis is on the history of the storyboard, story elements, camera shots and angles; as well as composition, lighting, continuity, and perspective. Students will expand their skills in visualizing objects and placing characters in environments as it relates to video game design. Students will explore 2 dimensional vs. 3 dimensional spaces. (4 credits)