2D Animation Fundamentals

Master the 12 Principles of Animation

Learn the Art of Bringing Characters to Life

2D Animation Fundamentals

Student Demo Reel

See how QUED-UP students transform ideas, drawings, and imagination into animated stories.

At QUED-UP, students don’t just learn animation software — they learn the foundational techniques used by professional animators across film, television, gaming, and digital media.

In this interactive course, students explore the legendary 12 Principles of Animation, the same core concepts developed by Disney animators and still used today by major studios like Pixar and The Walt Disney Company.

Using beginner-friendly professional tools like Anime Studio Pro 8, students will create original animations while learning how movement, timing, emotion, and storytelling work together to make characters feel believable and engaging.

What Students Will Learn

The 12 Principles of Animation including:
- Squash & Stretch
- Anticipation
- Timing & Spacing
- Follow Through
- Exaggeration
- Staging
- Appeal
Storyboarding and animation planning
Keyframing and scene setup
Character movement and walk cycles
Facial expressions and emotional acting
Animation workflow and production fundamentals
Creative storytelling through motion

Tools & Technology

Anime Studio Pro 8
Digital drawing and sketching techniques
Drawing tablets (when available)
Industry-inspired animation workflows designed for beginners

Age Group

Grades 6–12
No previous animation experience required.

Why This Course Matters

Animation teaches more than drawing — it teaches storytelling, problem-solving, creativity, and digital production skills. Students gain confidence by turning their ideas into real animated content while building a strong foundation for future pathways in animation, design, gaming, film, and creative technology careers.

This course is part of QUED-UP’s mission to empower youth through STEAM education, career exploration, and hands-on creative technology experiences.