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# Elite Animation Academy: Drawing, Character design, sketching, 3D animation, mange, photoshop, storyboarding, video editing & more. kick your summer into full gear and get animated with Real Disney and Marvel Artists!

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- [Anime Studios Are Apologizing for Using AI in 2026 – Here’s What That Means If Your Kid Loves Manga](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2026/05/anime-studios-are-apologizing-for-using-ai-in-2026-heres-what-that-means-if-your-kid-loves-manga/): .eaa-post figure { margin: 2rem 0; padding: 0; }
- [Free Animation Summer Camp for Florida Families: How to Use Step Up for Students at Elite Animation Academy in 2026](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2026/04/free-animation-summer-camp-for-florida-families-how-to-use-step-up-for-students-at-elite-animation-academy-in-2026/): .eaa-post figure { margin: 2rem 0; padding: 0; }
- [AI Can Generate 1,000 Images a Second. It Still Can’t Teach You to Draw – and That’s Never Mattered More](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2026/04/ai-can-generate-1000-images-a-second-it-still-cant-teach-you-to-draw-and-thats-never-mattered-more/): .eaa-post figure { margin: 2rem 0; padding: 0; }
- [Disney Just Laid Off 1,000 People – Why Real Animators Matter More Than Ever in 2026](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2026/04/disney-just-laid-off-1000-people-why-real-animators-matter-more-than-ever-in-2026/): .eaa-post figure { margin: 2rem 0; padding: 0; }
- [Summer 2026 Animation Camps in Orlando: The Complete Parent’s Guide](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2026/04/summer-2026-animation-camps-orlando-guide/): Looking for the best animation summer camp in Orlando for 2026? This complete parent’s guide compares local camp options, costs, age ranges, instructor quality, and portfolio-building value so you can choose the right creative program for your child.
- [Building a Portfolio at Any Age: How Animation Students Go From Beginner to Art School Ready](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2026/04/building-a-portfolio-at-any-age/): Top animation programs accept as few as 1 in 10 applicants — and the portfolio is the single biggest factor. Learn what schools like Ringling, Full Sail, and CalArts actually want to see, what mistakes to avoid, and how students at any age can start building a portfolio that stands out.
- [Beyond the Theme Parks: Mastering the “Animation Vacation” in Orlando](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2026/03/beyond-the-theme-parks-mastering-the-animation-vacation-in-orlando/): As Orlando evolves into a global hub for digital arts, families are seeking more than just rollercoasters. Discover how to turn a Florida trip into a career-starting Animation Vacation.
- [Photoshop AI Just Leveled Up: What Beginners Should Learn First (and What Pros Do Differently)](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2026/03/photoshop-ai-just-leveled-up-what-beginners-should-learn-first-and-what-pros-do-differently/): Photoshop’s AI tools leveled up. Learn what beginners should master first—selections, masks, layers—plus how pros use Generative Fill, Expand & Generate Similar.
- [Pond Rules: What Pixar’s Hoppers Can Teach Young Animators About Building Unforgettable Worlds](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2026/03/pond-rules-what-pixars-hoppers-can-teach-young-animators-about-building-unforgettable-worlds/): Pixar’s Hoppers “Pond Rules” show how world rules create instant clarity. Learn a simple framework young animators can use to build portfolio-ready worlds.
- [Animation Skills to Learn in 2026: AI + Real-Time 3D + Portfolio Fundamentals](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2026/02/animation-skills-to-learn-in-2026-ai-real-time-3d-portfolio-fundamentals/): If your student is “busy” but not improving, it’s usually one of these:
- [Super Mario Galaxy Movie Super Bowl Trailer Breakdown: 5 Animation Skills You Can Practice Today](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2026/02/super-mario-galaxy-movie-super-bowl-trailer-breakdown-5-animation-skills-you-can-practice-today/): #eaa-react-mario-9f3c2a .eaa-hero__cta{display:flex;gap:10px;flex-wrap:wrap;margin:12px 0 6px}
- [Prime Video’s New Ghost in the Shell Anime (2026): 6 Skills to Learn If You Want to Make Work Like This](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2026/02/prime-videos-new-ghost-in-the-shell-anime-2026-6-skills-to-learn-if-you-want-to-make-work-like-this/): var ctx = canvas.getContext('2d');
- [Record Step Up Scholarship Demand for 2026–27: How Florida Families Can Use Funds for Animation & Digital Art](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2026/02/record-step-up-scholarship-demand-for-2026-27-how-florida-families-can-use-funds-for-animation-digital-art/): Florida scholarship news • Step Up for Students • 2026–27
- [Super Bowl Trailer Breakdown: How Minions & Monsters Nails Comedy Timing (With a 20-Min Exercise)](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2026/02/super-bowl-trailer-breakdown-how-minions-monsters-nails-comedy-timing-with-a-20-min-exercise/): Train with critique (not just tutorials)
- [](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2026/01/8798/): Elite Animation Academy | 3107 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, FL 32804
- [Happy New Year! Start 2026 with Elite Animation Academy](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2025/12/happy-new-year-start-2026-with-elite-animation-academy/): New session details inside • View schedules + enroll online Enrollment Now Open Winter 2026 Courses ✨ Virtual and In-Studio Classes Available ✨ In-Studio: Jan 10 – Mar 14, 2026  •  Online: Jan 12 – Mar 20, 2026 ENROLL NOW Spots fill quickly Kick off the new year with creativity, confidence, and community at Elite Animation Academy! Our Winter 2026 programs offer something for every aspiring artist — whether you prefer the hands-on environment of our Orlando studio or the flexibility of one-on-one online instruction. In-Studio Schedule View class days & times (PDF) VIEW STUDIO SCHEDULE   Online Schedule View online options (PDF) VIEW ONLINE SCHEDULE 🎨 2026 Winter Program Guide — In-Studio (January 10 – March 14, 2026) • 10-week instructor-led courses Join us for immersive, instructor-led courses that ignite artistic growth and imagination! Each class runs for 10 weeks and is taught by experienced industry professionals. TUESDAY COURSES Foundational Drawing 1: Master the Basics 2D Character Animation: Motion Magic with Adobe Animate Anime & Manga: Visual Storytelling Unleashed Storyboarding & Beatboarding: Visualize Your Narrative Gesture Drawing & Sketching: Capture Movement and Emotion   THURSDAY COURSES Character Design (Drawing): Bring Your Creations to Life Comics & Cartooning: Craft Your Own Narrative Figure Drawing: The Art of the Human Form Digital Painting in Photoshop: Unleash Your Digital Canvas 3D Character Animation: Sculpting Worlds and Characters Illustration (Drawing): Art for Impact SATURDAY COURSES Foundational Drawing 1 & 2 Character Design in Photoshop Anime & Manga Traditional Animation: The Disney Legacy Drawing People, Places, and Things Video Editing & Special Effects 3D Character Animation Private Classes: Personalized Artistic Growth 📍 Location: Elite Animation Academy — 3107 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, FL All in-studio classes meet once per week for 2 hours. RESERVE YOUR SPOT 💻 2026 Virtual Winter Program (January 12 – March 20, 2026) • Private, one-on-one online lessons Our Virtual Studio offers private, one-on-one online lessons, allowing students to learn from anywhere while receiving personal attention from professional instructors. Course Options Include: Foundational Drawing Anime/Manga Character Design Comics & Cartooning Storyboarding Illustration 2D & 3D Character Animation Digital Painting in Photoshop Video Editing & Special Effects Portfolio Review (Art College Prep) 🕒 Flexible Scheduling (EST) Weekdays: 4–6 PM or 6–8 PM EST Saturdays: 10 AM–12 PM, 2–4 PM, or 4–6 PM EST View full online schedule (PDF) → ENROLL ONLINE 💡 Did You Know? Elite Animation Academy proudly accepts Step Up for Students scholarships! Families can use their funds toward both In-Studio and Virtual Winter Courses. Learn More or Apply Here → Don’t let your Step Up funds go unused — apply them this winter to support your child’s creative journey. 🌟 Enroll Today — Spots Fill Quickly! Take the next step in your child’s artistic growth and register for the Winter 2026 session. Choose Virtual or In-Studio — whichever fits best for your schedule and goals! CLICK HERE TO ENROLL NOW Prefer to review first? Use the schedule buttons above, then enroll when ready. Elite Animation Academy 3107 Edgewater Drive, Orlando, FL Enroll  •  Studio Schedule  •  Online Schedule Constant Contact will insert required unsubscribe and address information.
- [DAFA for 2026](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2025/11/dafa-for-2026/): DAFA Spotlight: Aadam’s Journey in Digital Arts for Autism
- [WINTER 2026 VIRTUAL and IN STUDIO COURSES](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2025/11/winter-2026-virtual-and-in-studio-courses/): NEW 2026 WINTER COURSES ARE NOW OPEN!
- [A Season of Thanks & Creativity at Elite Animation Academy!](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2025/11/a-season-of-thanks-creativity-at-elite-animation-academy/): 🍂 Grateful for Our Creative Community🍂
- [2025 – 2026 Digital Arts for Autism](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2025/07/2025-2026-digital-arts-for-autism/): ENROLL NOW - STARTS SEPTEMBER 15th !
- [Fall Schedule and DAFA](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2025/07/fall-schedule-and-dafa/): The crisp air, cozy sweaters, and—best of all—brand-new animation classes! 🍁 We’re thrilled to announce that Elite Animation Academy’s Fall 2025 schedule is officially live. Whether you’re ready to roll up your sleeves in our studio or hone your skills from home, we’ve got you covered
- [NEW GAME DEVELOPMENT and ANIMATION COURSES](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2025/05/new-game-development-and-animation-courses/): YOUR CHILD PLAYS THE GAMES !
- [2025 Saturday Summer Courses in Orlando](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2025/04/2025-saturday-summer-courses-in-orlando/): Dear Parent or Student ,
- [SPRING INTO SUMMER CAMP SAVINGS!](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2025/03/spring-into-summer-camp-savings/): 2025 SPRING COURSES
- [SPRING 2025 – ENROLL NOW – STARTS MARCH 15th](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2025/01/spring-2025-enroll-now-starts-march-15th/): WE OFFER - IN STUDIO & ONLINE COURSES
- [2025 SUMMER CAMPS & COURSES IN ORLANDO ARE HERE !](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2024/11/2025-summer-camps-courses-in-orlando-are-here/): Dear Todd West,
- [FINAL WORKSHOP OF THE YEAR](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2024/10/final-workshop-of-the-year/): FINAL WORKSHOP OF THE YEAR !
- [NEW FOR 2025 – ENROLL NOW – STARTS SOON](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2024/10/new-for-2025-enroll-now-starts-soon/): WE OFFER - IN STUDIO & ONLINE COURSES
- [NEW AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES – TUESDAY & THURSDAY’S](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2024/08/new-after-school-classes-tuesday-thursdays/): TUESDAY AND THURSDAY - 4 PM TO 6 PM
- [Why Should The Kids Have All The Fun?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2024/08/why-should-the-kids-have-all-the-fun/): NEW ADULT COURSES AT ELITE ANIMATION ACADEMY
- [2024 FALL COURSES – NEW ADULT AND AFTER SCHOOL COURSES !](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2024/06/new-class-forming-starting-september-17th/): NEW FOR THIS FALL ADULT AND AFTER SCHOOL COURSES !
- [ELITE ANIMATION ACADEMY OFFERS SUMMER CAMP ANIMATION SERIES FOR STUDENTS AROUND THE WORLD](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2024/05/elite-animation-academy-offers-summer-camp-animation-series-for-students-around-the-world/): For Immediate Release: Media Advisory
- [Kicking off the Summer Camp Season!](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2024/05/kicking-off-the-summer-camp-season/): Dear Todd West,
- [MAY 18th – STORYBOARDING WORKSHOP](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2024/04/may-18th-storyboarding-workshop/): Dear Todd West,
- [FEEL THE HEAT – SUMMER CAMPS ARE COMING](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2024/04/feel-the-heat-summer-camps-are-coming/): Dear Parent or Student ,
- [APRIL 17th – FIGURE DRAWING WORKSHOP](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2024/04/april-17th-figure-drawing-workshop/): Dear Todd West,
- [Let’s make 2024 the best with Elite Animation Academy](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2024/01/lets-make-2024-the-best-with-elite-animation-academy/): $75 OFF PROMOS BELOW
- [2024 SUMMER CAMPS & COURSES](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2023/11/2024-summer-camps-courses/): 2024 SUMMER CAMPS AND COURSES ENROLLING NOW !
- [2024 WINTER COURSES – Do You Like Group or One On One Courses?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2023/10/2024-winter-courses-do-you-like-group-or-one-on-one-courses/): ELITE ANIMATION ACADEMY
- [FINAL WEEK TO ENROLL](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2023/09/final-week-to-enroll/): COURSES START NEXT SATURDAY
- [ENROLL EARLY – 2023 FALL COURSES](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2023/07/enroll-early-2023-fall-courses/): FALL ENROLLMENT IS OPEN COURSES IN HIGH DEMAND
- [CAN’T TRAVEL TO ORLANDO? LEARN ONLINE!](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2023/05/cant-travel-to-orlando-learn-online/): LEARN FROM FORMER DISNEY ANIMATORS ! WHOSE FILM CREDITS INCLUDE
- [READY TO HAVE THE BEST SUMMER EVER ?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2023/04/ready-to-have-the-best-sum-mer-ever/): 2023 SUMMER CAMPS & COURSES
- [2023 SUMMER CAMPS & COURSES](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2023/02/2023-summer-camps-courses/): 2023 SUMMER CAMPS & COURSES
- [SPRING INTO ELITE ANIMATION ACADEMY !](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2023/01/spring-into-elite-animation-academy/): NOT SURE WHERE TO START ? 
- [2023 SPRING COURSES – ONLINE & IN STUDIO](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2023/01/2023-spring-courses-online-in-studio/): NOT SURE WHERE TO START ? 
- [PLAN AHEAD – 2023 SUMMER CAMPS ARE AVAILABLE](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2023/01/plan-ahead-2023-summer-camps-are-available/): 2023 SUMMER CAMPS & COURSES
- [Happy Holidays from Elite Animation  Academy!](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2022/12/happy-holidays-from-elite-animation-academy/): To All of You -
- [2023 WINTER COURSES – ONLINE & IN STUDIO](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2022/10/2023-winter-courses-online-in-studio/): NOT SURE WHERE TO START ? 
- [FALL STARTS SEPTEMBER 10th  ! – COURSES](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/2022/08/fall-starts-september-10th-courses/): 2022 FALL VIRTUAL COURSES

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- [Fall Courses](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/fall-courses/): Turn the school year into real skill. Guided, project-based classes in drawing, animation & digital art — in-studio in College Park or live online. A full 10-week term.
- [Your Animation Class Road Map Explained (Best Plan to Your Animation Goals)](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/your-animation-class-road-map-explained-best-plan-to-your-animation-goals/): Not sure where to start? Choose a goal, follow the path, and learn from former Disney animators — in our Orlando studio or from anywhere online.
- [Script Creator & Voice Generator](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/script-creator-voice-generator/)
- [Pip The Pencil Host Interactive AI](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/pip-the-pencil-host-interactive-ai/): intersectionObserver.observe(iframe);
- [Scholarships](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/scholarships/): Introducing our new Animation Courses for all aspiring artists! These courses are designed to help students of all backgrounds learn employable skills and master the art of animation. Join us to enhance your creativity and animation skills.
- [Art & Animation School for In-Studio Classes, Summer Camps & Online Classes with Real Disney Animators.](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/): Art & Animation School for In-Studio Classes, Summer Camps & Online Classes with Real Disney Animators.
- [Media Preview](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/media-preview/)
- [Assessment Sign Up – Elite Animation Academy Design School 2024](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/assessment/): Unsure which classes would be best for your student?
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- [Elite Animation Featured Video](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/elite-animation-featured-video/): Now Enrolling Fall Classes
- [Corona Virus Safety Protocols](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/corona-virus-update/): Covid-19 Safety Measures   Upon drop off, students will have a temperature screen, any student with 100.4 will be asked to leave. Normally we would have groups of 12 or less we are reducing the maximum number of students to six. Our Studio space is limited, students will not be able to enter other classrooms. Elite Animation Academy staff is cleaning bathrooms and disinfecting doors, handles and classroom surfaces on a daily basis. Students will be encouraged to take a disinfectant wipe to handle all knobs, handles and levers in the bathrooms. Students will have access to hand sanitizer throughout the day. Frequent and thorough hand washing by staff and students.To facilitate hand washing several hand sanitizer stations are available. If any staff, faculty, or students are coughing, sneezing or in general not feeling well, please stay at home, and follow the advice of a health professional. Any student or faculty demonstrating health issues will be asked to leave. Mask wearing is mandatory at this time, Students can bring their own mask, we will also have masks available. "Developing Young Minds Through the Art of Animation ®"   Sincerely, Todd J. West Founder / Director EMAIL ME ! Elite Animation Academy (407) 459-7959
- [F.A.Q.](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/about-us/faq/): Cost for one (1) course that meets once a week for (10) ten weeks is a total of $1275 per course for PRIVATE VIRTUAL (one on one) Each and every course has the same pricing, so any course you choose you pay the same amount. There is also a per course enrollment fee of $25 included. There are two payment options :
- [Summer Camps F.A.Q.](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/summer-camps/summer-camps-faq/): Now Enrolling Fall Classes
- [Virtual Summer Courses](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/virtual-summer-courses/): Digital Storyboarding “Animatics”
- [Looking for Art & Animation Summer Camps with Disney Animators in Orlando Florida?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/summer-camps/): Are You Ready? Watch the Summer Experience
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- [Course Road Map](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/about-us/course-road-map/): *These recommendations are structured on a learning curve with their AGE in consideration.
- [Schedules](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/schedules/): View, download, and print the current course and camp schedules for Summer 2026.
- [Founders & Management](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/about-us/founders-management/): to provide the highest quality education with top industry experts in the Art of Animation to students around the world from ages 8 and up. We strive to offer a unique, engaging and innovative animation programs, bringing real life experiences to the classroom and providing students with the tools to maximize their marketability and increase their opportunities for college placement and advancement in various industries, not just Entertainment.
- [Online Courses](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/courses/online-courses/): These course are available to be taken online, using your computer to connect with virtual classrooms and instructors. Take these course from the comfort of your home!
- [Digital Courses](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/courses/digital-courses/): Courses related to the "digital" methods of drawing and animation using computers, peripherals, and programs, the same used in today's media, movies, and websites. These courses will change how we communicate and entertain future generations and beyond.
- [Traditional Courses](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/courses/traditional-courses/): Courses related to the "traditional" methods of drawing and animation like in the good old days. These courses build a strong foundation for students especially for transitioning to the digital environment.
- [Popular Courses](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/courses/popular-courses/): Though your journey might follow another path, here are the current popular courses students are interested in.
- [Advanced Courses](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/courses/advanced-courses/): You now have the tools and experience to take the final steps to mastering your field of drawing, graphics, games, and animation!
- [Intermediate Courses](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/courses/intermediate-courses/): After grasping the fundamentals, next we take on the courses that start you on your way with specialized fields of drawing, graphics, games, and animation!
- [Beginner Courses](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/courses/beginner-courses/): Here is the list of courses for first time students. These will start you on your way, covering the fundamentals needed to proceed to more advance classes.
- [Course F.A.Q.](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/courses/courses-faq/): Guided weekly classes for all ages — drawing, character design, 2D & 3D animation, anime, comics, storyboarding & digital painting — taught by real Disney veterans. In-studio in College Park (Sept 12 – Nov 19) or live online (Sept 12 – Nov 21), 2026.
- [Instructors](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/about-us/instructors/): PORTFOLIO LINK
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- [Orlando Studio](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/orlando-studio/): Our Academy was founded by Disney animators, trained & experienced in the art of animation. Our students are taught and trained by the very best!
- [Courses](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/courses/): Digital Comic Books
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- [Elite Animation Academy – Design School 2024](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/home/): Now Enrolling Fall Classes

## Portfolio
- [Digital Storyboarding “Animatics”](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/digital-storyboarding/): Animatics are used to plan an animation, and use low-resolution images to convey timing, rather than the look and feel of the final piece. An animatic is the pre-cursor to the final animation, and is a key part of the planning process. We will use After Effects and Photoshop to create our Animatics.
- [Recreational Visual Arts](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/recreational-visual-arts/): Recreational Visual Arts
- [Digital Comic Books](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/digital-comic-books/): This is a digital animation course for computer savvy children who will be working in Photoshop. If not good with the computer children may take the Traditional (paper and pencil) course. Action! Romance! Mystery, and Comedy! Ever wonder why certain American Super Hero comic books are awesome and exciting but some are dull and boring? This class will teach you how to draw in the computer,  comic books the right way and elevate your art skills and sequential storytelling techniques to a professional level!  At class, the students will briefly explore the history and learn some of the basic techniques that makes this unique medium of visual storytelling so popular around the world. Students will then focus on applying these techniques and skills toward putting together a short story, designing characters and combining all these wonderful elements using Photoshop.
- [Traditional Character Design](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/traditional-character-design/): This camp will expose students to the “how” of character design and development. A large variety of illustrative approaches and techniques will be utilized by students, all of which will give students an opportunity to push themselves and think outside of the provincial box to design there own characters.
- [Introduction to Game Design](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/introduction-to-game-design/): No programming experience necessary ! Students will use the Unity game engine to create 2D/3D environments and objects and then learn how to create their very own games from scratch, then using their imagination they can combine and restructure what they’ve learned to create new and original games. Some advanced concepts will be glossed over so recommended students are computer savvy. Unity is a cross platform game engine developed by Unity Technologies which is primarily used to develop video games, simulations for computer consoles and mobile devices. Learn more at : https://unity3d.com
- [3D Character Modeling](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/3d-character-modeling/): 3D Character Modeling, also known as sculpt modeling or 3D sculpting, is the use of software that offers tools to push, pull, smooth, grab, pinch or otherwise manipulate a digital object as if it were made of a real-life substance such as clay. Sculptris provides an excellent gateway into the exciting world of 3D. Its features are easy to learn, even for someone with no experience in digital art, yet robust enough for creating base models that can then be refined in other applications, such as ZBrush. Take your art to the next level!
- [3D Game Design](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/3d-game-design/): Students will use the Unity game engine to create 3D environments and objects and then learn how to create their very own game from scratch, then using their imagination they can combine and restructure what they’ve learned to create new and original games. Some advanced concepts will be glossed over so recommended students are computer savvy and have some concepts of programming. Unity is a cross platform game engine developed by Unity Technologies which is primarily used to develop video games, simulations for computer consoles and mobile devices. Learn more at : https://unity3d.com
- [3D Fundamentals](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/3d-fundamentals/): Maya 3D animation software offers a comprehensive creative feature set for 3D computer animation, modeling, simulation, rendering, and compositing on a highly extensible production platform. Maya has next-generation display technology, accelerated modeling workflows, and tools for handling complex data.Maya® 3D animation is used by all major Animated Film Production studios such as Blue Sky, Disney-Pixar, Dreamworks, Universal, 2Oth Century Fox and has been used to produce the greatest 3D Animated Films of all time. Come learn on the software that professionals use!  The course will introduce you the basics for 3D computer animation. Ever wonder how your favorite 3D Animated Movies are made ? Find out and learn why 3D is the NEXT BIG thing in Animation!
- [2D Game Design](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/2d-game-design/): No programming experience necessary! Students will use the Unity game engine to create 2D/3D environments and objects and then learn how to create their very own games from scratch, then using their imagination they can combine and restructure what they’ve learned to create new and original games. Some advanced concepts will be glossed over so recommended students are computer savvy. Unity is a cross platform game engine developed by Unity Technologies which is primarily used to develop video games, simulations for computer consoles and mobile devices.
- [Video Editing and Special Effects](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/video-editing-and-special-effects/): This post production process consists of manipulating and rearranging video in order to enhance and organize the stock footage into a final sequence.
- [3D Character Animation](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/3d-character-animation/): Maya has next-generation display technology, accelerated modeling workflows, and tools for handling complex data.Maya® 3D animation is used by all major Animated Film Production studios such as Blue Sky, Disney-Pixar, Dreamworks, Universal, 2Oth Century Fox and has been used to produce the greatest 3D Animated Films of all time. Come learn on the software that professionals use!  The course will introduce you the basics for 3D computer animation. Ever wonder how your favorite 3D Animated Movies are made ? Find out and learn why 3D is the NEXT BIG thing in Animation!
- [Traditional Illustration](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/traditional-illustration/): An Illustration is a decoration, interpretation or visual explanation of a text, concept or process,designed for integration in published media, such as posters, flyers, magazines, books, teaching materials, animations, video games and films. An illustration is typically created by an illustration . Illustration also means providing an example; either in writing or in picture form.
- [Figure Drawing](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/figure-drawing/): Instructing students how to draw the human figure from a clothed live model. We will focus on human anatomy, proportions, and five different drawing methods (different ways to approach the drawing). We will pose the figure in everyday nature poses that put the clothed model in context. Most figure drawing sessions, the clothed model is posed in classical or unusual positions, in this course, we will pose the clothed model in everyday natural poses to help train the artist to work with the figure to tell stories.We will also include costume drawing with the live model and additional props.
- [Gesture Drawing / Sketching](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/sketching/): Principles include, shape, form, line, value, color, space, composition, emphasis, rhythm, and exaggeration, balance, proportion, Harmony, Variety, and texture. All classes will consist of a brief lecture in class followed by sketches done outside the classroom. We will stay close together as a class while students are encouraged to sketch what interests them the most. If it is hot, we will seek out an air conditioned venue, if it is nice out, we will sketch outside.
- [2D Character Animation](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/2d-character-animation/): 2D Animation / Animate (formerly Flash Professional) is the industry-leading software for designers and developers who want to create interactive animations. Animate includes cutting-edge drawing tools and the ability to publish animations. Learn the difference between frames and keyframes and motion tweens and shape tweens. Then, apply these concepts to apply looping animation to create the appearance of realistic movement.
- [Digital Painting](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/digital-painting/): Digital Painting is the use of digital tools to produce images under the direct manipulation of the artist, usually through a pointing device such as a tablet or mouse. Our Instructor shares his techniques for digital drawing in Adobe Photoshop. From creating a piece of artwork from scratch, beginning by creating a new document and creating custom brushes. He explains every step in his creative process as the image evolves from a rough scribble, to a slightly more detailed sketch, to a finished product including a detailed background.
- [Character Design in Photoshop](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/character-design-in-photoshop/): Students will edit raw image files and other photos with state-of-the-art photo editing. Create compelling HDR images, black-and-whites, and panoramas. Retouch images with astonishing ease and control. Design anything you can imagine—at amazing speed. Students will paint and draw naturally and expressively. Even put your ideas in motion by creating stunning videos and broadcast your work in YouTube or Face Book.
- [Comics and Cartooning](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/comics-and-cartooning/): We will be covering basic history, giving examples of different cartoon styles over the years. We will be cartooning basic object, vehicles, people and animals to teach exaggeration. Then I can demonstrate caricatures with all the kids and give them a try at each other. The course will finish with a comic strip assignment after a brief history example to cover sequential illustration and story telling.
- [Drawing People, Places & Things](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/drawing-people-places-things/): We will draw more complex objects like; chairs, tables, vehicles and buildings. All these objects can still be broken down to very basic shapes and drawn in the same method as smaller similar objects. Students will not be drawing the same objects, but will be using the same methods to draw more difficult subjects. We will also introduce drawing the human figure.
- [Introduction to Traditional Storyboarding](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/introduction-to-storyboarding/): Storyboarding is an essential way to plan out any video media.  Through storyboarding we plan the sequence of events, and the camera’s placement.  We use storyboarding to make sure that your audience understands what’s happening, and helps you tell your story to its fullest. In the industry, final storyboards are put together in a booklet called Visual Treatments, as well as video slideshows with accompanying sound, called Animatics. This class will focus on sequential art communicating an idea through a sequence of images, the importance being on the group of images as a whole – through digital drawings.
- [Foundational Drawing 1](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/foundational-drawing-1/): Students in this course will develop both technical abilities and creative responses to material and subject matter. No prior experience with drawing is required or expected. In this class, students will learn: Ink Line Proportion Perspective, one, two and three-point Line quality. Pose 2D size, perception, Body Proportion, Gestures, Volume, Shading, and Art Design. learn construction drawing methods to draw simple object the create drawing with a sense of depth, weight and correct proportions like bottles, tea cups, plates, boxes and organic fruits and vegetables.
- [Anime-Manga](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/anime-manga/): The students will briefly explore the history and learn some of the basic techniques that makes this unique medium of visual storytelling so popular around the world. Students will then focus on applying these techniques and skills toward designing characters and combining all these wonderful elements into their own form of anime art.
- [Traditional Animation](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/traditional-animation/): Walt Disney was an artist and animator before he started the the theme parks and to carry on his legacy we will draw the way it all started! Two decades of experience in the feature animation industry will be ‘drawn’ upon in teaching the Tradional Animation class.
- [Digital Illustration](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/course/digital-illustration/): Mediums & Media/Programs Used

## FAQs
- [How do I get in contact with Elite Animation Academy?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/how-do-i-get-in-contact-with-elite-animation-academy/): Call us in Orlando at (407) 459-7959
- [What is the Behavior Policy?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/what-is-the-behavior-policy/): We want the children to have a fun and remember-able Summer Camp. If your child is disruptive and effecting the overall experience for the other camp attendees. We will give you a warning and speak to you as the parent to correct the behavior, if it continues, we will dismiss your child and call you to pick your child up and there will be no refunds or credits.
- [Can I switch camps once I reserve one?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/can-i-switch-camps-once-i-reserve-one/): I encourage you to speak to your child about their interests in the arts and which camp would be the best fit. Please choose your camp and weeks carefully.  We will sell out early, so don’t wait book your camp early for best selection.
- [What if my child can’t make a particular day?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/what-if-my-child-cant-make-a-particular-day/): It is ok but there are no refunds, once a Summer Camp is reserved then you are paying for the whole week of camp.
- [Can children leave the camp during the lunch break?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/can-children-leave-the-camp-during-the-lunch-break/): Only if escorted by parent or guardian, no exceptions.
- [Is lunch provided?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/is-lunch-provided/): No lunch is not provided. Lunch time is at our studio from 12 noon to 1 pm.  We have a refrigerator in which children can bring a reusable lunch bag. Please remember that we do not store food, and everything is disposed of at the end of the day.
- [What are the hours for Summer Camp?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/what-are-the-hours-for-summer-camp/): We start at 10 AM and end at 3 PM. We have 40 individual Summer Camps (20 Traditional/Drawing and 20 Digital/Computer Camps)
- [What if my child wants to attend a specific camp but can’t that week?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/what-if-my-child-wants-to-attend-a-specific-camp-but-cant-that-week/): We have scheduled most of our camps to repeat at least twice during the summer and are the same.
- [Does my child need to bring any supplies?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/does-my-child-need-to-bring-any-supplies/): No, we provide everything your child needs for the camps.
- [What are the dates of the Summer Camps?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/what-are-the-dates-of-the-summer-camps/): They start June 3rd and end August 9th there are 40 Summer Camps in which we offer two traditional / drawing camp and two computer / digital animation during each of our 10 weeks. You can choose one per week, enroll in any or all.
- [Is early drop off and late pick up for my child available for Summer Camps?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/is-early-drop-off-and-late-pick-up-for-my-child-available-for-summer-camps/): Yes, you can drop off as early as 9 am (one hours before) and pick up as late as 5 pm (two hours after). There is a $10 per hour/per child charge for this service and can be arranged with you prior to your child attending the camp. Please call at (407) 459-7959 to arrange hours.
- [Can I enroll in more than one camp?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/can-i-enroll-in-more-than-one-camp/): Enroll for as many weeks as you like during the summer, and even choose the same topic. Since the topics are gauged to your child’s interest’s they will have a whole new experience.
- [Are Virtual Classes offered during the Summer?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/are-virtual-classes-offered-during-the-summer/): We do offer Summer Courses; in case you can’t come to our Summer Camps.
- [How much does Summer Camp cost?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/how-much-does-summer-camp-cost/): The cost for the weekly Summer Camps is $475 with a $25 Administrative / Supply Fee.
- [What ages do you allow into Summer Camp?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/what-ages-do-you-allow-into-summer-camp/): The Summer Camps are designed for children ages 8 to 17.
- [Where are your Summer Camps?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/where-are-your-summer-camps/): Our Summer Camps are located in Orlando, Florida. We are within close driving distance to Universal Studios Florida and Walt Disney World.
- [How do I enroll?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/how-do-i-enroll/): You may call us at the studio in Orlando (407) 459-7959 Also online, please click the “ENROLL NOW” button on the website. If you have any issue with the sign-up process call, chat or e-mail us with any questions, see below maybe we have already answered your questions.
- [Do I need to bring any supplies?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/do-i-need-to-bring-any-supplies-2/): No all the supplies are provided that is why we charge you a supply fee to help off-set those costs.
- [Do you help with portfolio development?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/do-you-help-with-portfolio-development-2/): We do help with portfolio development. We are proud of the fact that we have assisted several students with acceptance into major Art Schools such as SCAD and UCF.
- [Should I take a specific order of courses?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/should-i-take-a-specific-order-of-courses/): Are you planning to specialize in digital or traditional animation? See Course Recommendations. Or you can come into our studio for an assessment and studio tour, see link - https://eliteanimationacademy.com/assessment/
- [Are there any additional fees?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/are-there-any-additional-fees-2/): There is a $25.00 supply and administrative fee charged per course.
- [Do you work with Autistic Adult Students?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/do-you-work-with-autistic-adult-students-2/): We have a Training Program specifically for Adults (18+) diagnosed as High Functioning on the Autistic Spectrum.
- [How long is the course?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/how-long-is-the-course/): Each course is 10 weeks.
- [Do you offer scholarships for children?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/do-you-offer-scholarships-for-children/): We do not directly.
- [Do you offer Multiple Student Discounts?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/do-you-offer-multiple-student-discounts-2/): Yes, you can take ($75.00) off your entire booking with a second child/adult enrollment. Please USE PROMO CODE: Multiple
- [Do you also instruct Adults?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/do-you-also-instruct-adults/): Yes, we do all levels are welcomed.
- [Do you offer degrees like a college?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/do-you-offer-degrees-like-a-college-2/): We are a private vocational school, so we do not offer degrees. We can provide a certificate of completion from professionals who have worked in the Animation Industry. By definition, Vocational schools, sometimes referred to as career schools, provide practical training with few unrelated academic course requirements. The education offered at vocational schools allows children and adults to focus on the skills to enter a particular industry, with the option of not taking unrelated general education courses required for an associate degree at a community college. Vocational schools also provide technology training or retraining for workers in their current occupations.
- [Do you offer “make up” classes?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/do-you-offer-make-up-classes-2/): We do not offer “make up” classes. Our instructors are scheduled specifically to have class at the time scheduled. We cannot accommodate because we have working Animation professionals who have other schedules and having a “make class” conflicts with their schedules.
- [I really want to take a course, but it already started. Can I still enroll?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/i-really-want-to-take-a-course-but-it-already-started-can-i-still-enroll-2/): Yes, we accept late enrollments and we will pro-rate your tuition. After two classes have passed, you will then have to enroll next time when the course is offered.
- [How much do the different types of courses cost?](https://eliteanimationacademy.com/faq-items/how-much-do-the-different-types-of-courses-cost/): VIRTUAL COURSES