Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator for Animation Training in India

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Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator are powerful tools in the animation industry used for character design, storyboarding, background art, and motion elements. Photoshop is ideal for digital painting, frame-by-frame animation, and concept development, while Illustrator excels in creating scalable vector assets, clean line art, and motion graphics elements. Together, they form the creative backbone of 2D animation production for films, series, games, and explainer videos. If you want to master Photoshop & Illustrator for animation, Tech Cluster in Indore offers industry-standard training from basic to advanced levels, including real-time projects and 100% placement assistance.

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In this course, students will explore the fundamentals of character design and turnarounds, learning to create expressive and stylized characters suited for animation. They’ll also dive into background design, developing detailed environments that enhance 2D animated scenes. The program covers storyboarding and animatics, helping learners visualize scripts and plan animated sequences effectively. Through frame-by-frame animation using Photoshop timelines, students will bring characters to life with expressive motion. Additionally, the course emphasizes creating clean, vector-based animation assets optimized for tools like After Effects and Adobe Animate. Learners will also explore motion design and title animation, crafting stylish text, icons, and graphic elements for dynamic animated content. Throughout the course, industry-standard tools like Photoshop and Illustrator are used, both widely recognized in animation studios, game development, educational content, and digital storytelling.

Course Highlights:

Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator Foundation:

    • Introduction to Photoshop & Illustrator Interface
    • Basics of Character and Environment Design
    • Using Layers, Brushes & Masks for Animation Art
    •  Storyboarding & Scene Composition
    •  Creating Motion Design Elements in Illustrator
    •  Working with Color Theory & Stylized Palettes
    •  Intro to Photoshop Timeline Animation
    •  Exporting Art for Animate, After Effects & Toon Boom

Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator Advanced :

    • Advanced Digital Painting for Animation Backgrounds

    • Advanced Digital Painting for Animation Backgrounds

    •  Designing Character Sheets, Expressions & Poses

    • Creating Vector Cut-Out Assets for Rigging

    •  Advanced Storyboarding Techniques

    • Frame-by-Frame Animation in Photoshop

    • Building Reusable Illustrator Symbols for Animation

    •  Integrating with After Effects & Animate for Motion Design

    •  Final Scene Polishing, Lighting & Texture Pass

Duration :

  • 45 Hours Theory
  • 25 Hours Practical
  • 30 Hours Project work

Technical Features:

Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator
Foundation:

Photoshop for Animation Art

This module introduces students to essential digital painting techniques tailored for animation, focusing on building strong visual storytelling skills. Learners will gain expertise in managing layers efficiently for both scenes and character elements, ensuring a streamlined workflow. The fundamentals of frame-by-frame animation will be covered, helping students understand timing, spacing, and movement through practical exercises. Additionally, the course delves into background design and lighting in Photoshop, teaching how to create atmospheric and visually compelling environments that support the narrative and mood of animated sequences.

Illustrator for Animation & Motion Graphics

In this section, students will focus on vector character design and clean-up, learning how to create polished, animation-ready artwork. They will develop cut-out assets tailored for rig-based animation, enabling efficient and flexible movement. The module also covers the design of stylized titles and icons that enhance the visual appeal of animated projects. Special attention is given to preparing layered vector files optimized for seamless use in Adobe Animate and After Effects, ensuring compatibility and ease of animation across industry-standard tools.

Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator Advanced

Character & Background Art

This section focuses on full character development, guiding students through the process from initial silhouettes to detailed character turnarounds. Students will learn to design characters that are both visually striking and functional for animation. The course also covers environment and layout painting for animated scenes, helping students create immersive backgrounds that complement the story. Additionally, learners will explore line art cleanup and shading techniques for a toon-style aesthetic, ensuring clean and expressive visuals that bring their characters and scenes to life.

Motion Graphics & 2D Effects

In this module, students will focus on creating loopable animation assets, learning how to design seamless animations that can be reused effectively. They’ll also explore the design of user interfaces (UI) and visual effects for animation, enhancing the interactivity and appeal of their projects. Additionally, the course covers preparing assets for puppet animation and symbol rigging, providing students with the skills to create flexible, rigged characters and objects that can be easily manipulated in animation software for efficient production workflows.

Integration and Scene Assembly

In this section, students will learn how to export their artwork for use in animation software like After Effects, Animate, and Toon Boom, ensuring their assets are ready for animation and compositing. The course will also cover adding light, shadow, and special effects in Photoshop, enhancing the depth and mood of their scenes. Finally, students will refine their work with final polishing techniques and visual enhancements, perfecting the details and ensuring their animations achieve a professional, polished look.

Final Project & Project Development

In this module, students will design and animate a 2D character loop, learning how to create fluid, repeating animations that can be integrated into larger projects. They will also develop an animated scene complete with backgrounds and visual effects, enhancing the storytelling through dynamic environments. The course will guide learners in creating a complete storyboard and animatic, ensuring a strong narrative structure and proper pacing for the animation. Finally, students will focus on final polishing and scene compositing, refining the visual elements and blending all components to create a cohesive, professional-quality animation.

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