Skillshare Animation Courses List

Danni Fisher-Shin, an acclaimed illustrator and animator, provides simple steps to create awesome animations in Procreate. With her guidance, even those with minimal drawing skills can learn to animate. View all

This beginner's guide to Cinema 4D provides an introduction to the software and teaches the basics of animation. By the end of the course, users will have the skills to open Cinema 4D and create their own animations. View all

This course provides an in-depth look at animation principles and how to use Adobe After Effects to create playful and engaging animations. With clear explanations of each step and a focus on the graph editor, this course is perfect for those already familiar with After Effects and looking to take their animations to the next level. View all

This course by Evan, creator of the YouTube channel PolyMatter, teaches viewers how to make animated YouTube videos. It covers the entire process, from storyboarding to editing, and provides tips and tricks to help viewers create their own videos. View all

This course provides an in-depth look into the secrets of great motion graphics. It covers the fundamentals of animation principles and how to apply them to motion design. Through this course, learners will gain the knowledge and skills to create smooth and appealing animations. It is suitable for both beginners and experienced animators. View all

In this exciting class, students will join Isaac Ramos to learn the fundamentals of hand-drawn animation. Through step-by-step instruction, they will learn how to animate a character walking, running, and jumping. With the help of a program, students will be able to bring their creations to life and create their own unique animations. View all

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of animation filmmaking. Led by experienced animator and educator Eve Leonard, participants will gain insight into the techniques used to create engaging animations. Through practical advice and tips, students will learn how to take their animations to the next level. View all

This course is designed to help animators take their skills to the next level by teaching them how to design and animate their own original characters in Adobe Animate. Students will learn how to create a character from scratch, animate it, and bring it to life. Through this course, animators will gain the skills and knowledge needed to create their own unique characters. View all

This beginner course will help aspiring animators become better at their craft. Using the free iPad app FlipaClip, participants will learn the basics of animation and how to use the app. All that is needed is an iPad and the FlipaClip app. By the end of the course, participants will have a better understanding of animation and be able to create their own animations. View all

This course will teach students how to create animated videos with Videoscribe. It will guide them through the entire process, from beginner to expert, in under an hour. Students will learn how to create their first project and use the software's features to create stunning animations for YouTube. View all

This course is perfect for beginners looking to create professional stop motion animations. Animator Dina Amin will guide students through the essential areas to focus on, such as equipment, software, and animation techniques. With her help, students will be able to create smooth and expert animations with ease. View all

In this class, students will learn the basics of motion graphics with Kurzgesagt. They will be guided through setting up an After Effects project, understanding the workflow, and working with expressions. Additional resources are provided to help students understand how codecs work. View all

Learn the fundamentals of animation with Lucas, a professional animator who has worked on big movies like Avengers and Ready Player One. In this course, Lucas will teach you the 12 Principles of Animation and how to apply them to various animation mediums such as drawing, stop motion, claymation, and puppeteering in After Effects. With assignments that can be completed with free tools online or items around your house, you'll be able to create appealing motion and add more appeal to your animations. View all

This course teaches students how to create successful storyboards for animation. Freelance art director, illustrator, and motion designer Sarah Beth Morgan provides easy-to-follow instructions on how to illustrate and design vibrant, dynamic storyboards that will translate into animation. Students will gain the skills to create successful motion graphics. View all

Graphic designers can take their designs to the next level with this class on logo animation. Led by motion designer William Kesling, this course teaches how to create an eye-catching logo animation. Perfect for designers looking to learn the basics of animation, this class will help bring logos to life. View all

This course teaches users how to use their Mac's free presentation software, Keynote, to create animated videos. Participants will learn how to use the software to create engaging content that is sure to capture the attention of viewers. With this course, users will be able to create powerful videos that will help them stand out from the crowd. View all

This course is designed to teach beginners the basics of frame by frame animation. Students will learn how to animate basic shapes, determine key drawings, do inbetweens, ease, key poses, squash and stretch, and animate a simple character jump. With this course, students will gain the foundational knowledge needed to start their animation careers. View all

This course provides an introduction to Anime Studio Pro, teaching students how to draw using various tools and how to work with layers to create animations. Students will learn how to use the Add Points Tool, Curvature Tool, Transform Tool and Shape Tools, as well as how to enhance their animations with effects and sound. View all

This course introduces students to the Toon Boom Harmony Premium software. Through the class, students will learn how to create a new scene, use drawing tools, organize color palettes, and create their own character. By the end of the course, students will have a better understanding of the software and be able to create their own 2D animation. View all

This course teaches the basics of animation for social media, led by TikTok star Danny Casale. Participants will learn how to create unique and humorous animations that will capture the attention of viewers. With a simple story and a few tools, anyone can create their own animations. View all

This course teaches students how to make a jointed paper puppet for stop-motion animation. Led by animation artist and filmmaker Anne Beal, students will learn a list of supplies, design techniques, construction methods, and best practices to create a well-crafted puppet. In addition to animation, these puppets can be used for theatrical productions, overhead projections, and other artistic applications. Anne will provide guidance and support throughout the class. View all

Kay, an Illustrator and designer for Motion Graphics, is excited to teach how to animate illustrations using the Puppet Tool. Through this course, Kay will demonstrate how to use the Puppet Tool to bring illustrations to life, creating an animated version of herself as an example. View all

This course teaches students how to create stylized landscapes for animation. It covers the entire process from start to finish, including techniques and processes for creating background art for TV animation, mobile games and short films. Students will gain the skills to create beautiful and unique landscapes for their projects. View all

This course teaches students how to create professional character animations in After Effects. Students will learn simple techniques to achieve a polished and smooth look to their characters, as well as how to rig their characters for a more natural feel. With these skills, students will be able to create stunning animations. View all

This course is the third in a series on 2D animation, designed to teach students the fundamentals of dialogue and acting. It builds on the principles and walk cycles covered in the first two courses, providing a comprehensive introduction to the art of 2D character animation. View all

This course is perfect for illustrators who want to explore animation but are intimidated by the thought of learning new software. Through this class, non-animators can learn tips and tricks to create fun frame by frame animations without having to learn any new software. With this course, illustrators can easily start creating their own animations. View all

Unlock the power of Adobe Creative Suite with Sylvia Yang's Expressive Animation class! Learn how to combine Photoshop, Illustrator and After Effects to create wildly sharable animations. Follow along as Sylvia shares her tips, tricks and tools to optimize your workflow and create custom animations. Get ready to make pizza dance, onions cry and peppers get mad! Access to the programs and basic literacy is required. View all

Learn how to create beautiful hand-drawn animations with Photoshop's Video Timeline! This class is suitable for all Photoshop users, from beginners to pros. We'll cover setting up your project, setting your frame rate, creating frames, organizing your frames, and more. Learn the essential tools needed to create amazing animations for personal or professional projects. Get started today! View all

This course will teach you how to create a comic style journal in Procreate (or Photoshop). You will learn the benefits of journaling, how to set up the canvas, import brushes and palette, think of content, draw frames, sketch, ink, add watercolor, and finish with texture, reflections, details, and blotches. The course includes a free brush and a smudge brush, as well as my color palette, and a complete time lapse video of the drawing. No matter what your previous skills are with Procreate, this course will provide you with the step-by-step instructions to create your own comic style journal. View all

In this course, participants will learn how to create a 10 second or less Animated Self-Portrait in Photoshop. This project is a great way to motivate oneself to work on something for themselves and to bring their evil twin to life. Participants will learn how to use Photoshop to create a unique and creative self-portrait. View all

This course, led by Tom Bancroft, a Disney animation veteran, teaches students how to transform a friend, family member, or even themselves into an animated Princess character. Through this class, participants will learn the fundamentals of character design and how to create a unique and memorable Princess character. View all

In this 3 part series, viewers will learn how to design and rig a character for animation in After Effects. Rigging is an important step in the animation process, and this series will provide viewers with the necessary tools to set up their artwork and streamline their workflow. With this series, viewers will be able to create their own animated characters with ease. View all

In this 3-part series, viewers will learn how to create a complete character animation sequence in After Effects. Through a step-by-step workflow, viewers will gain an understanding of the complexities of character animation and how to link multiple actions into a single sequence. View all

This class introduces a new iPad app called Looom, which allows users to create playful looping animations quickly and easily. Perfect for those who have been intimidated by the complexity of animation or the time it takes, this app and class will show users how to create fun and engaging animations with ease. View all

This course teaches students how to create stunning motion graphics using Adobe Photoshop and Adobe After Effects. Through this course, students will learn how to create collage animations and use the tools available in both programs to create professional-looking motion graphics. With the help of this course, students will be able to create amazing motion graphics with ease. View all

This course teaches how to animate a walk cycle for a character in After Effects. It is the second part of a three-part series and covers the essential steps for creating a realistic and expressive animation. Students will learn how to use keyframes, motion paths, and other techniques to create a believable walk cycle. View all

This course teaches students how to bring their artwork to life using After Effects. Students will learn how to rig a character from a provided Photoshop character and create an animated short or mini-series. The instructor will be absent for the extended future, allowing students to save time and learn the necessary skills quickly. View all

This course teaches students how to create their own unique character for animation in After Effects. It covers the entire process from design to rigging, animating and exporting as a looping GIF. Students will learn the step-by-step process in detail, allowing them to create their own character animation. View all

This class provides a comprehensive guide to designing and animating a 1930s-style cartoon character. Students will learn from two experienced teachers, Jon Brommet and the instructor, as they collaborate to create their own unique character. Through this course, students will gain the skills to bring their character to life with animation. View all

This Skillshare class introduces students to the basics of animation using Toonboom Harmony. Students will learn the 12 animation principles, such as squash and stretch, timing and spacing, and exaggeration, and how to apply them to create dynamic and engaging animations. Through hands-on exercises, they will gain the skills to bring their ideas to life. View all

Discover the fundamentals of Background Design: Art for Animation View all

Get a comprehensive overview of Traditional Animation: How to Create Smoke Effects View all

Explore the essentials of Moho 13 - Creating a 2D Animation Scene View all

Learn the basics of Mixed Media Animation: Blending Stop Motion and Illustration View all

Learn the basics of How to Make Dope Animated Loops Vol 1 View all

Explore the essentials of Frame by Frame Animation Basics View all

Get a comprehensive overview of Motion Graphics with Kurzgesagt : Part 3 View all