9:30am - 12:30pm

Dive into the world of character design with this illustration-focused animation workshop. Students will learn how to create a professional character turnaround that can be used in animation production.

Highlights:

• Character Concepting: Explore ideas and influences to create an original character.
• Turnaround Structure: Learn how to draw your character from multiple angles (front, side, back).
• Proportion & Anatomy: Build skills in structure, scale, and consistency.
• Expression Sheets: Add personality and emotion to your character with expressive poses.
• Industry Insight: Understand how turnarounds are used in animation pipelines.

This workshop is perfect for students in Years 10-12 with a passion for drawing and storytelling through design.

Year 12 students will leave this workshop with a piece of work that can be added to their portfolio for submission into JMC’s Animation courses. 

1:30pm - 4:30pm

Get a crash course in 3D animation with this hands-on workshop in Autodesk Maya. Students will learn how to pose, light, and render a pre-rigged model to create a final animation-ready shot.

Highlights:

• Posing for Animation: Discover how to create dynamic, readable poses.
• Lighting Principles: Learn to light your scene using professional techniques.
• Understanding Maya: Get familiar with the Maya interface and basic workflow.
• Creative Direction: Explore how mood and style can be communicated through lighting and pose.

Ideal for students in Years 10-12 interested in 3D art, animation, or game design. No prior Maya experience required, this is a beginner-friendly introduction.

Year 12 students will leave this workshop with a piece of work that can be added to their portfolio for submission into JMC’s Animation courses. 

1:30pm - 4:30pm

Step into the world of virtual environments with this interactive game design workshop. Students will use Unreal Engine to design immersive spaces and explore the building blocks of great level design.

Highlights:

• Unreal Engine Basics: Get introduced to the interface, tools, and navigation.
• Environment Design: Learn how to create visually compelling and functional spaces.
• Game Mechanics: Understand how layout and design influence player experience.
• Creative Expression: Build a space that tells a story through design.

This session is perfect for creative thinkers in Years 10-12 who are curious about game design and interactive media. No coding experience is needed, just a love of games and imagination.

Year 12 students will leave this workshop with a piece of work that can be added to their portfolio for submission into JMC’s Game Design courses.