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Build & Empower Programs:  Motion Graphics, Animation & Special Effects  Grades 6 - 11​​ 

Learning Path for a Certificate of Excellence

Going Places:  Creating Imaginations
Learn to design video effects and animated sequences in this motion graphics class. You learn how to layer and composite video,

add video effects to footage, and design motion graphics.  The special effects using the fun "green screen" technique is explored.

3-D Modeling for Games
Create breathtaking 3-D characters and assets in amazing realistic, full-color detail!  Learn professional 3-D modeling, 
animation, and special effects using the popular software Blender®!  Through the wide array of tools available, build 
your own 3-D objects and animate them.  Get a strong introduction to motion graphics – the techniques used on most 
sports presentations and numerous commercials.  The special effects you create will amaze you!   

3-D Texturing & Lighting
After mastering the concept of the X-, Y-, and Z- axis, you quickly move into basic texturing, working with primitive 
objects and lighting using the professional software Blender!  Developing skills in box modeling, spline modeling, and 
rendering, you are on your way to  developing professional level animations.  Apply changes in translation, scales, and 
rotation through space and time.

3-D Special Effects
Learn the tricks used by professional animators by focusing solely on create amazing 3-D visual special effects!  By the end of the class, you will have a well-functioning 3-D character or other asset in an exciting environment of your own creation!  

*Course selections subject to change and every course is not offered every Session.

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