Summer School in Character Animation - Online session

For those who won’t be able to make it in Paris, we are offering an online version of the Summer School in Character Animation.

Faithful to its proven teaching method, Gobelins offers a comprehensive 2 weeks programme combining the possibility to follow remotely the masterclasses that will be performed at the same time on site, and to take your learnings into action during workshops - where you will benefit from online individual tutoring sessions in 2D or 3D Animation.

• Students or young professionals
• Minimum age : participants must be over 16 y.o
• The programme is 100% in English, therefore applicants should have a good command of the language in order to easily follow the course. 
• Participants are requested to have their own computer and drawing tablet with a good internet connection. Headphones are recommended. 
• Synsketch may be used to share works with your tutor. 

Pre-requisite for applicants

Full package: for those who would like to participate in the workshops (more than 50% of the programme):

• Background in Animation or visual arts with good drawing skills
• Proficiency in Animation software such as TVPaint for 2 D Animation, or Maya for 3D Animation.

No prerequisite for auditors

• We welcome all profiles who would like to get a better understanding of Character Animation during the lectures (no participation in the workshops). 

GOBELINS will give you a personal access to Blackboard (Gobelins Learning Management System), our online virtual learning environment, a few days before the course starts.

Applicants are requested to have their own computer and a good internet connection. Please inform us if you need a software licence (TVPaint or Maya) when filling out the application form.

Synsketch may be used to share works with your tutor.

• Follow lectures given by Internationally renowned experts from the industry sharing their professionalism, at your most convenient time
• Discover Gobelins methods on advanced techniques in Animation
• Learn and apply best tips to develop a portfolio.
• Benefit from free software licence (TVPaint, Maya) to be installed on your computer.
• Complete an exercise focused on a character’s expression and gesture - or an interaction between two characters for more advanced participants.
• Focus on a walk cycle or a body mechanic exercise to produce a 3-5 second sequence in 3D
• Take the opportunity to showcase your work in front of a jury on the last day.

Download the timetable

All attendees will receive an official certificate from GOBELINS at the end of the Summer School. 

Should the Summer School be cancelled due to an unexpected outbreak, GOBELINS will refund the tuition fees in full.

In the event of a cancellation by the participant:

• Before April 15 2023, all participation fees will be reimbursed
• After April 15 2023, GOBELINS will retain 50% of paid fees 
• After June 1 2023, the school reserves the right to retain the full payment