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- Animation
️ Master the Art of Classical Frame-by-Frame 2D Animation – Learn the Timeless Craft Behind Every Great Animator!
- Animation
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Mustafa is a respected member of our tutor community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Mustafa
Hi, I’m Mustafa Gadli, Classical Animator started working since 2007 for multiple studios and then founded the Royal Animation Studio. I’ve helped hundreds of aspiring animators unlock their creativity by going back to the roots of animation. If you're passionate about storytelling and movement, this is your gateway to becoming a confident animator.
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- Adult Education
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- +11
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Adult Education
Beginner
Intermediate
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Professionel
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Master's degree
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SHS 3
SHS 2
SHS 1
- English
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English
Course Description:
Unlock the secrets of traditional animation with Mustafa Gadli, a professional animator and founder of Royal Animation Studio. This course dives deep into the classical method of hand-drawn, frame-by-frame animation—the foundation of all legendary animated films, from Disney classics to modern masterpieces.
Whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate artist, you’ll gain practical knowledge, artistic discipline, and creative confidence by learning the true principles of animation the way the masters did—before computers!
️ What You’ll Learn:
Module 1: Introduction to Classical Animation
The history and legacy of traditional animation
How classical animation shaped the modern industry
Tools of the trade: Pencils, light tables, and flipping techniques
Module 2: Animation Principles (The 12 Fundamentals)
Squash & Stretch, Timing, Anticipation, Follow-Through, etc.
Application through short exercises (bounce ball, pendulum, etc.)
Module 3: Drawing for Animation
Gesture drawing and character posing
Silhouette, line of action, and dynamic movement
Module 4: Frame-by-Frame Techniques
Timing charts and exposure sheets (X-sheets)
Animating on 1s, 2s, and 3s
Clean-up and in-betweening
Module 5: Character Performance
Acting through animation
Dialogue and lip-sync basics (optional module)
Module 6: Creating Your First Short Clip
Storyboarding and planning
Rough animation to final clean-up
Reviewing and compiling your animation as a showreel piece
Why Take This Course?
Learn from a working professional with real-world experience
Master the craft that builds true animation skills
Perfect for animators, artists, and filmmakers who want to stand out
About Your Teacher:
Hi, I’m Mustafa Gadli, founder of Royal Animation Studio. I’ve helped hundreds of aspiring animators unlock their creativity by going back to the roots of animation. If you're passionate about storytelling and movement, this is your gateway to becoming a confident animator.
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An excellent animation teacher with a deep understanding of both traditional and digital techniques. Learning happens through doing, reflection, and teacher-guided discovery rather than passive content delivery. Highly recommended for anyone serious about learning animation.
Yes Mustafa Gadli is an efficient teacher. He guided me right.
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- 179 GHS
Pack prices
- 5h: 895 GHS
- 10h: 1790 GHS
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