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Unleashing Creativity at Animation Camp

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EAC studio animation screening party! You’re invited! Info: Friday 8/21/2026 2-3pm at EAC studio

Animation Camp Adventures: The Journey of Five Little Animators

Throughout the week, these little animators participated in various workshop sessions led by professional animators, who inspired them with tips and techniques. They collaborated on projects, sharing ideas and helping each other bring their visions to life.

Animation Challenges

One of the highlights was the daily “Animation Challenge,” where they had to create a short animated clip based on a surprise theme. Themes ranged from “Underwater Adventure” to “Alien Invasion,” and the little animators embraced the challenge, showcasing their creativity and teamwork in every clip.

This summer, a magical experience unfolded at the Animation Camp, where five little animators came together to explore their creativity and craft vibrant stories through their unique projects. Let’s meet these budding artists and discover the fun they had during their time at camp.

The Legacy of Animation Camp

As the camp came to a close, the little animators not only honed their skills but also forged lasting friendships. With a newfound passion for animation, Bella, Mimi, Jayden, Calvin, and Vivianna left with wonderful memories and skills to make cool stop motion animation in the future.

Animation Camp was not just about learning the art of animation; it was about igniting creativity, fostering collaboration, and celebrating the joy of storytelling in all its forms.

Procreate for Complete Beginners

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Instructor: Larine Chung

Dates: July 3, 10, 17, 31, 2026. Noon – 1:30PM. 4 Fridays.

Format: Online live on Zoom

Cost: $180 (Register)

Start your digital art journey with a course designed for true beginners who want to learn Procreate with clarity, confidence, and a sense of creative play. Over 4 online lessons, you’ll build essential skills step by step – from understanding brushes and layers to creating expressive color, lighting, characters and simple scenes. Each lesson includes a focused exercise that helps you practice immediately, so you’re not just watching – you’re making.
By the end of the 4 weeks, you’ll have a small collection of finished pieces, a solid grasp of Procreate’s core tools, and the foundations you need to continue growing your own detailed, personal art style.

What You Will Learn:
* How to navigate Procreate with ease – brushes, layers, gestures, and the essential tool
* How to make confident lines and shapes using construction forms, and simple drawing techniques
* How to build color palettes and understand value, contrast, and mood
* How to shade and paint simple objects with soft and hard edges, highlights, and believable light
* How to compose small illustrations using thumbnails, focal points, and visual flow
* How to add texture and depth with grain, overlays, and brush variations
* How to create a finished mini-project that brings together color, lighting and texture

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