storyboardartist.etienneguignard Details
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- Section 01
Intro
01. Orientation- Instructor introduction - Learning objectives of this course
02. Storyboard Pro- Overview of essential tools in Storyboard Pro - Workspace setup and interface navigation
- Section 02
Storytelling Basics
03. Drawing: From Complex to Simple- Breaking down complex elements into simple shapes and silhouettes
04. Making Decisions- Adding depth to your storytelling by answering two simple questions
05. 180° Rule- What is the 180° Rule?
06. Eye Movement- Techniques for directing viewer attention within and between frames
- Section 03
Character Development
07. Characterization- How to draw and differentiate characters clearly through design
08. Reaction- The importance of showing how characters react
- Section 04
Camera Movement
09. Layer Movement- Simulating a 3D camera using background layers - Tips for parallax and multi-plane animation
10. Camera Animation- Treating the camera as a character and moving it with rhythm and intention
- Section 05
Animation Basics for Action
11. Key Poses & Anticipation- Using strong key poses and anticipation to enhance storytelling
- Section 06
Dynamic Storytelling
12. Rhythm- Techniques for expressing emotion through posing and staging
13. Breaking the 180° Rule- How and when to intentionally break the 180° Rule for impact
- Section 07
Emotional Journey
14. Change of Emotion- Keeping track of your characters' change in emotion
- Section 08
Strategic Confusion
15. Creating Confusion, Part 1- Techniques for deliberately introducing confusion to make your actions more impactful (Part 1)
16. Creating Confusion, Part 2- Techniques for deliberately introducing confusion to make your actions more impactful (Part 2)
- Section 09
Background & Composition
17. Space- Clarifying spatial relationships to avoid visual confusion - Localizing your characters and actions in a scene
18. Composition- Basic composition principles - Framing shots that guide the viewer's eye
- Section 10
Complex Shot
19. Preparation- Setting up complex 3D shots - How to plan and prepare for a strong, effective setup
20. Rough Draft- First draft of your complex shot - Focusing on your character and simplifying the scene to its essentials
21. Clean Up, Part 1- Breaking down the complex shot: decomposing the scene into manageable sections
22. Clean Up, Part 2- Continuing the breakdown: further refining and organizing the shot for clarity
23. Impact- Creating impactful actions with timing, effects, and visual emphasis
- Section 11
Emotion
24. Facial Expressions- Drawing and animating subtle, expressive facial movements to bring characters to life
25. Poetry and Metaphor- Crafting emotionally resonant sequences by using poetic storytelling and visual metaphors
- Section 12
Outro
26. Course Recap- A summary of everything taught in this course
27. Conclusion- Final thoughts and key takeaways - Tips for continuing your practice and building your storyboard portfolio















































