Online Animation Lessons.
Just for you.

Want to learn how to create stunning 2D and 3D animations, digital designs, visual effects, or other forms of computer graphics? Whether you're an absolute beginner or seasoned professional, I've got the experience and diverse skillset to help you succeed.

I am a 2D/3D animator & designer who has been creating computer graphics professionally for over a decade, and work full time as a Lead Animator. My regular work includes animation and motion graphics, 3D modeling and rendering, compositing, visual effects, graphic design, and film/audio editing.

My work can be seen in museums across North America including the National World War II Museum, the San Juan National Historic Site in Puerto Rico, the Strong Museum of Play in Rochester, and the Canadian History Hall in Quebec. I have also created animation for documentaries such as the Emmy-nominated "Birth of a Movement" and "Give Me the Banjo," narrated by Steve Martin.

I am passionate about teaching and love helping folks with

I've created many animations in the context of video games as a professional artist. I primarily use Krita and Adobe Animate. I specialize in character animations, mostly humans and animals, but also help students with larger projects such as short films. I've helped students with storyboards, keyframing, background paintings and tips on video editing.

Students may use any animation program they'd like, as long as they have drawing and timeline features. If students are absolute beginners, I recommend downloading Krita or Pencil2D. Krita is great for illustration and animation, Pencil2D is very basic and ideal for absolute beginners. Both Krita and Pencil2D are free.

My goal is to focus on the study of motion and help the student implement their own skills in drawing and observation.
I can also help the student build a portfolio in preparation for college or applying for companies (games, animation studios).

I've graduated with a Bachelor's in Fine Arts from Carnegie ...

Do you love watching animated movies shows and awesome VFX? Get started in animation and learn how to get started making your characters and creations come to life! You can choose the software that you wish to use:
Blender (free)
OpenToonz (free)
Adobe Animate (previously called Adobe Flash)
Adobe Photoshop
After Effects

You'll learn about Adobe Animate CC tools and how to animate. Animate CC works well with other programs too. For these lessons we'll also use Adobe Illustrator to get the best results. The projects will be animation for presentations and for web banners. Their will only be a small amount of coding.
Animation may additionally be done in Adobe After Effects which is also great for video. You may request a specific topic.

I teach about different types of animation,. I can do lessons on Claymation, Traditional 2D Cartoon Animation, Rotoscoping, Stop-Motion Animation, etc.

2D Cartoon Animation:
Learn the basic principles of 2D Cartoon Animation and the application of those principles in bringing a character to life through the mechanics of motion. Learn how to draw characters and create a walking animation(s) with the help of movement guides.

StopMotion / Claymation:
Students learn to explore the hands-on process of Stop-Motion through setting up characters and sets, using LEGO®s, Clay, and other materials. They would be taking the digital snapshots and putting together/editing their film via computer or Smartphone.

Rotoscoping:
Learn the animation techniques that animators use to mimic motion picture footage, frame by frame, to produce realistic action.

Animation brings so much life to a character or environment! With 2D or 3D animation we can bring movement and life to your super hero, dancer, action star, butterfly, or anything else you cant think of! Animation is fun for all ages and all levels of artists!