I've been given the opportunity to tutor some international students, from Michigan USA, who are studying a short course in the Animation department of DJCAD, for the next four weeks.
First step was a tour around the building with Phillip Vaughan and then delivering their project brief; which is to create an animatic for a 1 - 2 minute animation.
The brief is open, with no guides or restrictions, which will encourage them to define their own ideas and reveal their imagination.
After a good session of brainstorming a natural opportunity for a 'creative break' presented itself. Krish, shown in the foreground below, is currently shooting his final film.
One of our international students, Emily, found herself in the lead girl role! They all got 'live' experience and witnessed, and participated with suggestions, for camera positions, set ups and shot continuity.
I love this image below...it looks so 'American high school'; with the lockers, stripy flooring and a casually dressed student wearing a back pack....
So day 1, has really broken the ice and provided some great bonding experiences with the current Masters students...
Looking forward to seeing their ideas nuggets pitch, this coming Tuesday!
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