Learning drawing for animation at beginner and intermediate levels

An intensive online course designed for those who want to quickly break into animation, improve their drawing quality, and build a strong professional foundation.

This is a hands-on entry into the animator’s profession with continuous tutor support and detailed reviews of every piece of your work. We guide you throughout the entire learning process, not just give you access to lessons.

About the course

Animation Drawing. Quick Start is an intensive and purposeful introduction to animation. The course provides exactly the foundation without which animation is impossible.

The focus of the training is on:
• high-quality drawing for animation
• understanding form, volume, and space
• building a foundation for further professional growth

This course is designed for those who are not ready to wait for years and want to gain a real, practical base in a short time, one they can confidently rely on as they advance in their career.

Course purpose

To provide a solid foundation in animation drawing for students of all levels—from absolute beginners to intermediate—and to help them enter the profession quickly and confidently.

Key goals of the course

• rapidly acquire fundamental skills in animation drawing
• significantly improve drawing quality
• learn to perceive form, volume, and space
• build a strong base for mastering more complex animation techniques
• clearly understand the next steps for growth and skill development

Who this course is for

This course is ideal for you if:

• you have never studied drawing before, but want to try animation
• you used to draw but haven’t practiced in a long time
• you are at a beginner or intermediate level and feel gaps in your foundation
• you want to enter the profession quickly
• you value feedback and growth, not just watching lessons

No prior drawing experience is required. The most important thing is your willingness to learn and practice.

Course program

The Animation Drawing course is structured as a sequential system of practice and feedback.

During the course, you will study:

Block 1: Fundamentals of perspective, form, and volume

Month 1 –  Perspective, line, and volume: what they are and how they are used in animation. Principles of asymmetry, the S-curve, and the classic “coin” animation exercise.

Month 2 –  Head rotation in space, full character rotation, and maintaining proportions throughout animation tasks.

Block 2: Rotation of complex forms & scene animation practice

Month 3 –  Human and animal construction based on geometric forms. Bird and frog animation exercises.
Month 4 –  Smiley face animation and facial expressions.

Block 3: Walk cycles, weight lifting & hand animation

Month 5 – Storyboarding, thumbnails, and planning animation scenes. Copying characters from animated films and analyzing their anatomy and construction with respect to character and personality.

Month 6 – Box animation and expressive line animation.

Learning format

• pre-recorded video lessons available in your personal account
• weekly homework assignments with detailed video feedback from the tutor on each piece
• live online group calls with the teacher twice a month
• communication via a telegram group, where you can ask questions directly to the tutor
• flexible learning pace with additional time granted if needed

Practical assignments are completed using professional software:
Toon Boom Harmony, TVPaint, or Krita –  chosen by the student.
The software must be installed on your computer before the course begins.

Key value of the course –  feedback

The tutor respects your individual style and does not force you to conform. Instead, you’ll learn how to enhance your own drawing style to make it polished and professional.

Course duration

The course runs from 3 to 6 months, depending on your pace and the amount of time you can dedicate to learning.

If you’re unable to meet the set deadlines, we offer a flexible approach and provide extra time to ensure you can complete all assignments with quality.

Our approach to teaching

We don’t believe in the watch the lesson and figure it out on your own format.

Our goal is for you not just to complete the course, but to truly master the skills through practice and graduate with a solid foundation in animation drawing.

The key elements are regular practice, consistent feedback, and understanding why something works or doesn’t. 

We support you throughout the entire learning journey so that after the course, you will:
• clearly understand your skill level
• know what to improve next
• confidently advance in your profession

What makes this course unique

This is a practical entry into the animator profession, not just a set of lessons.

• focus on the fundamentals: form, volume, space, and drawing quality
• regular practice with detailed video feedback from the teacher
• respect for each student’s individual style, helping to strengthen it rather than reshape it
• continuous support throughout the learning journey –  you’re never left alone with the lessons
• a concentrated, time-tested teaching system adapted for a fast start

This course provides a solid foundation from which you can consciously grow further in animation.

Admission requirements

To enrol in the course Animation Drawing. Quick Start, you need to:

1. Reserve your spot on the website
2. Fill out a questionnaire to introduce yourself to the teacher
3. Attach a link to your work samples (if available)

Applications without a completed questionnaire will not be considered

Course fee

$180 per month. You can pay for the entire course upfront or make monthly payments before the start of each month.

Payment is accepted in any currency.

How to apply

To apply for the 2D/3D Animation Online School, you need to:

• reserve your spot in the course
• fill out the application form

Enrollment takes place twice a year:
September 1st and February 1st

What you will achieve by completing this course

By the end of the course, you will:

• improve your drawing quality and line confidence
• learn to see and understand volume and space
• build a solid foundation in animation drawing
• determine if you’re ready to advance in your animation career
• opportunity to continue your education in more advanced animation courses
• receive a certificate of course completion.