MART 418 - History of Animation

    Recent Professors
    Paul E. Naas
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    30 students
    Credits
    1.5
    Fall 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is a multicultural and multidisciplinary approach to the production and development of animation throughout history. Material spans the roots of animation before film technology to modern commercial and artistic animated productions. Topics include experimental and traditional animation techniques, an overview of current technologies and the aesthetics and visual styles in different genres. The history of animation is viewed through its social context and impact since its inception, through the past century to the contemporary era.