Classical Animation
How to ApplyCreate an attention-grabbing reel of animated work that showcases your classical animation techniques, storytelling skills, and grasp of modern digital tools.
Creative Economy
VFS’s signature programs and facilities are at the heart of a creative economy worth $3.4 billion in B.C. alone. From film production and 3D animation to game, digital, and VR/AR design, VFS is shaping the entertainment and media industries’ transformation. In 2019, VFS alumni were credited on 17 of the 20 highest grossing films and on 6 of the 10 best-selling video games worldwide, in a global industry set to generate US$2.3 trillion in revenues in 2020.
Alumni Success
Vancouver Film School grads are some of the most successful and sought-after professionals in the entire Animation industry. You will find our alumni working all over the globe, pushing boundaries, discovering new frontiers, winning all kinds of awards and honours, and leading today’s creative economy.
A VFS Classical Animation Education
In 12 months you will graduate with:
- A diploma in Classical Animation
- A master demo reel of your final project
- A traditional art and animation portfolio
- Access to the VFS Alumni Directory + Job Board
- Industry connections that will help guide your career
Term 01
Delve into the fundamentals of drawing, animation, and basic art direction.
Term 02
Enhance your drawing skills with storyboard and background design exercises.
Term 03
Explore more complex animation concepts like animating a character’s thoughts and emotions through acting principles.
Term 04
Create storyboards for an animated film, character model sheets, layouts, and final artwork for rendering.
Term 05
Progress to the art direction, digital ink and paint phase of production on your final project.
Term 06
Assemble a traditional animation portfolio in preparation for graduation.
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Requirements
You will be asked to submit one of the following along with your application. Your advisor can help with selecting the best option.
Send samples of your work that include still-life drawings, life drawings, and character sketches (maximum 12 pieces). You'll find information on how to send your work in the application form, or you can ask your Advisor.
When you talk to your Advisor, let them know that you've completed the Foundation program and they will put a copy of your diploma in your file for you.
Student Work
While training at VFS, students are immersed in the Animation industry, and spend a lot of hands-on time creating professional-quality work. And, nothing is a greater testament to the incomparable industry resources and career preparation that define VFS’s education model, than the top quality work our students produce. Here, a portfolio of outstanding work is just the beginning. Just take a look.
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