Welcome to Bitmap Animation with Piskel

Welcome to Digital Animation with Piskel!

Synopsis

In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of 2D bitmap animation. 

Technical objective: Piskel is a free and open-source web-based software used for creating pixel art and animations. You will learn how to draw individual frames and combine them into animated sprites which you can then export as GIFs.

Life skills objective: Creating GIF animations is fun, but it is also time-consuming. This helps you develop grit and the ability to focus on the task. The sprites created in Piskel can also be used in various game engines or other applications.

Prerequisite

This course is suitable for learners in Upper Primary with a basic command of English and computer skills.

You will require a computer (Windows or Mac) with a mouse and a pair of headphones. 

Prerequisite course(s): None

Structure

You can complete the course at your own pace.

There are 3 parts to the course:

1. Welcome
2. Project
3. Closing

The total contact hours for this course is 3 hours. You can also complete the course at your own pace.

Let's get started ➜

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