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Animation Station With Neil Patrick Harris
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Animation and character drawing with a twist
Neil Patrick Harris has mastered many crafts; animation isn't one of them—yet. This experiment pairs him with artist Jon Burgerman to explore drawing and character animation from scratch, using Procreate on iPad.
They explore how shapes communicate emotion—facial expressions, body posture, the way a simple doodle can suggest personality. Paper scraps inspire unexpected character designs. Then Neil tackles animation for the first time, bringing his doodles to life through digital motion.
The joy here is in the discovery. Whether you follow along with a tablet or simply sketch on paper, you're watching two artists play with these fundamentals. It's permission to explore without expertise, to try animation without years of training, to discover hidden talents in unfamiliar creative territory.
About this course
In our latest learning experiment, discover new talents with Neil Patrick Harris, as he learns to illustrate characters and animate scenes with Jon Burgerman.
Neil Patrick Harris is a multi-talented, Tony-winning actor, singer, and dancer, but he’s ready to explore new skills and discover hidden talents. In this one-on-one session with artist Jon Burgerman, Neil learns the basics of drawing and animation to create playful characters and bring them to life through digital animation using Procreate on an iPad.
Together, they explore facial expressions, body shapes, and using paper scraps to inspire unexpected characters. Then, Neil takes his doodling to the next level and tries animating for the first time. Want to join in and work along with them? You can use a tablet with Procreate for animation, but you can also simply doodle along with some paper, something to draw with, and a passion for discovering your own hidden talents.
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