Creating a Loop Animation from Ink in Photoshop
A course by Mathieu Maillefer , 2D Animation and Stop-Motion Designer
Joined August 2021
Create a playful 2D animation using video, drawing techniques, and the free AnimDessin2 Photoshop plug-in
Create a playful 2D animation using video, drawing techniques, and the free AnimDessin2 Photoshop plug-in
Joined August 2021
Get ready to discover the animated universe of Mathieu Maillefer—a captivating blend of humor, motion, and poetic charm. His authentic creations draw their inspiration from the tiny details of everyday life. In this online course, he teaches you to create a 2D animation in Photoshop using drawings inspired by real life as depicted in your own sketches.
Following his expert advice, learn to work with the AnimDessin2 plug-in in Photoshop to seamlessly create a playful drawing that's bursting with life. Time to bring some excitement to your sketches!
What will you learn in this online course?
22 lessons & 21 downloads
- 100% positive reviews (11)
- 605 students
- 22 lessons (4h 28m)
- 21 additional resources (5 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: French
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- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
Recommended software for this course
Adobe PhotoshopWhat is this course's project?
Create a 2D animated loop inspired by a video and your own drawings.
Who is this online course for?
Beginners or advanced learners eager to discover how to animate their drawings in Photoshop.
Requirements and materials
It is preferable to have basic notions of drawing and using Photoshop to take this course.
You need a smartphone, a notebook, markers, a scanner (or a digital camera), and access to a computer with Photoshop. A light tablet may also come in handy.
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A course by Mathieu Maillefer
From Paris to Angoulême, Mathieu Maillefer loves to create 2D and stop-motion animations of all shapes and sizes. He likes to base his work on hand-drawn illustrations that are inspired by everyday life.
He has worked on many projects and for prestigious clients such as Hermès, Netflix, The New Yorker, CANAL+, and Air France. From freehand storyboarding to digital tools, he is passionate about all the steps involved in the animation process.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
Analysis and storyboard
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The tools
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Inspiration: collecting images
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Breakdown of movements
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Study drawings
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Clean up
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U3
Production in Photoshop
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Import 1
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Import 2
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Preparation of elements 1
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Preparation of elements 2
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Preparation of elements 3
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Preparation of elements 4
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Animation: key poses and key intervals 1
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Animation: key poses and key intervals 2
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Animation: key poses and key intervals 3
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Animation: intervals and colors 1
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Animation: intervals and colors 2
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Animation: intervals and colors 3
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Decor and finishing touches
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U4
Exporting and sharing animation
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Export from Photoshop
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Publication of creations
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FP
Final project
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Creating a Loop Animation from Ink in Photoshop
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ruizc2010
Excelente curso, maravillosos recursos!!
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dwspet
Mathieu is one of my favourite animation artists. I enjoyed this course.
angerborda
Excelente curso, muy completo¡
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satsirisingh
Exelente. Listos paa animar.... gracias Domestika por tener los mejores cursos en linea.
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gross.jerome
Génial ! Quel bonheur de pouvoir animer ses créations !
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