GRASSROOTS WORKSHOP
This eight-week crash course holiday workshop is a teaser into the possibilities and potential within the creative and tech world.
Unleash your creativity through hands-on workshops – an unforgettable experience filled with fun, learning and artistic exploration.
UNLOCKING CREATIVITY WITH AI
DRAWING FOR COMMUNICATIONS
GRAPHIC DESIGN ESSENTIALS
CONCEPT ART & ILLUSTRATION
ANIMATION PRINCIPLES
3D DESIGN EXPLORATION
FINAL PROJECT DEVELOPMENT
FINAL PROJECT DEVELOPMENT
UNLOCKING CREATIVITY WITH AI
What We’re Learning:
‣ Explore AI tools (ChatGPT, Midjourney, Leonardo)
‣ Mind map ideas for projects
‣ Plan your creative learning journey
WORKSHOP OVERVIEW
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10:00AM1:00PM
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Basic DrawingConstruction AF
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Basic DrawingPerspective
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Basic DrawingReview
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1:30PM3:00PM
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Character DesignPractical paperto Photoshop
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Basic Drawing
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Basic Drawing
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DRAWING FOR COMMUNICATIONS
What We’re Learning:
‣ How to sketch ideas quickly and clearly
‣ Gesture, form, and flow in drawing
‣ Using moodboards to express visual style
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10:00AM1:00PM
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Basic DrawingLogo Design
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Basic DrawingLogo Design
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Basic DrawingLogo Design
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1:30PM3:00PM
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Basic DrawingLogo Design
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Basic DrawingLogo Design
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Basic DrawingLogo Design
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GRAPHIC DESIGN ESSENTIALS
What We’re Learning:
‣ The four pillars of design: alignment, contrast,
repetition, hierarchy
‣ Using fonts, colors, and layout for clear communication
‣ Designing a poster, logo, or digital carousel
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10:00AM1:00PM
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Comic/Poster
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Comic/Poster
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Comic/Poster
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1:30PM3:00PM
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Comic/Poster
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Comic/Poster
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Comic/Poster
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CONCEPT ART & ILLUSTRATION
What We’re Learning:
‣ How to design characters and worlds visually
‣ Mood, silhouette, and storytelling through illustration
‣ Turning rough sketches into a concept piece
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10:00AM1:00PM
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Animation PrinciplesBouncing Ball - AF
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Animation PrinciplesBouncing Ball - AF
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Animation PrinciplesBouncing Ball - AF
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1:30PM3:00PM
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Bouncing Ball - AF
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Bouncing Ball - AF
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Bouncing Ball - AF
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ANIMATION PRINCIPLES
What We’re Learning:
‣ Basics of squash & stretch, timing, and movement
‣ How to animate simple objects or text
‣ Bringing drawings to life frame-by-frame
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10:00AM1:00PM
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3D Design PrinciplesPractical modeling
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INTRO Blender modelingBlender modeling
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INTRO Blender modelingBlender modeling
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1:30PM3:00PM
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3D Design PrinciplesPractical modeling
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Blender modelingBlender modeling
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Blender modelingBlender modeling
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3D DESIGN EXPLORATION
What We’re Learning:
‣ Navigating and building in 3D space
‣ Modeling simple props or environments
‣ Combining objects to create mini dioramas
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10:00AM1:00PM
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TBC
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TBC
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TBC
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1:30PM3:00PM
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TBC
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TBC
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TBC
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FINAL PROJECT DEVELOPMENT
What We’re Learning:
‣ How to focus and finish a creative piece
‣ Refining, polishing, and presenting your work
‣ Documenting your process and progress
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10:00AM1:00PM
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TBC
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TBC
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TBC
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1:30PM3:00PM
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TBC
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TBC
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TBC
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MINI PORTFOLIO
3D design brings virtual worlds to life through modelling and animation, with a growing demand for skilled designers. Applied in industries from film to architecture, talented 3D designers craft lifelike characters, environments, and intricate objects, enhancing visual experiences.
Career opportunities abound as 3D artists, animators, visual effects specialists, game designers and architectural visualisers. Dive into the captivating world of 3D design, where creativity and technical skills can shape immersive digital landscapes.
WORKSHOP OVERVIEW
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10:00AM1:00PM
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Portfolio ReviewPortfolio Review
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Portfolio ReviewPortfolio Review
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Portfolio ReviewPortfolio Review
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1:30PM3:00PM
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Portfolio ReviewPortfolio Review
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Portfolio ReviewPortfolio Review
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Portfolio ReviewPortfolio Review
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