Bring Your Drawings to Life

Have you ever wondered how cartoons move? In this course, you'll learn the secrets of animation by creating movement one frame at a time. Even simple drawings can become exciting animations when combined with timing and creativity.

Design Original Characters

Every great animation starts with memorable characters. Students create heroes, villains, creatures, and original personalities while learning how professional animators develop designs that express emotion and movement.

Create Your Own Short Films

Combine characters, backgrounds, movement, and storytelling to create complete animated scenes and short movies. By the end of the course, you'll have several original animations to share with friends and family.

Course curriculum

    1. Welcome!

    1. Get the app

    2. Getting Started

    1. Your First Animation

    2. Stickman Battle

    3. Backgrounds

    4. Animation Speed (fps)

    5. Smooth Motion

    6. Special Effects

    7. Lasers & Electricity

    8. Fire, Water & Smoke

    9. Walk Cycle

    10. Run Cycle

About this course

  • $39.99
  • 13 lessons

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • What materials do I need?

    You'll need a tablet or phone with the free FlipaClip app and something to draw with, such as a finger or stylus. A sketchbook is optional but recommended.

  • Is this course really self-paced?

    Yes. There are no live sessions, no deadlines, and no scheduled class times. Your student works through lessons whenever it fits your schedule.

  • How does the mastery-based feedback work?

    When your student submits an assignment, our instructors review it and either approve it or send specific feedback for revision. Students revise and resubmit until the work meets the standard. No moving on until it's solid.

  • How long does the course take to complete?

    Most students finish in 3–5 months, but there's no time limit. Some families move faster, some slower - the course works either way.

  • What do students get when they finish?

    A certificate of completion. The course is transcript-eligible through Wild Oasis Learning, or students can self-report the credit to their own school or program.

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