ZANYMATION - Animation Workshops
Quickdraw Animation Society / Alberta
90 minutes.       Maximum Participants 30.       Grade 3 to 9 / Age 8 to 14
(Teachers supervising do not require a ticket)

This hands-on workshop teaches students the fundamental principles of bringing the inanimate to life. Using paper cutouts, drawings, action figures and computers, students will work in groups to develop animations that express their own unique viewpoints. In addition to creating in a fun-filled environment, participants will gain insight into the science of motion pictures. Instructors from Quickdraw Animation Society lead this fun, creative and educational workshop. QAS is a Calgary-based artist-run centre specializing in the creation and appreciation of animation.

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Themes Related to Curriculum

Art: expression; depiction; reflection; composition.
Health & Life Skills: develop & apply skills for personal organization/study; identify & implement effective time management plan; investigate programs related to potential careers; analyze skills needed to maintain individuality within a group.
Mathematics: shape & space; 3-D objects & 2-D shapes.
English Language Arts: respect & support others; offer constructive feedback to group; demonstrate respect by choosing appropriate language & tone; assume a variety of roles in a group, depending on needs; examine the ideas of others to broaden perspective; use inclusive language & actions that demonstrate respect; organize & complete tasks cooperatively; share responsibilities for the completion of team projects; explore thoughts & ideas; seek viewpoints of others to build understanding; share personal responses & develop interpretations; listen & respond constructively to alternative ideas.