Concept:

Is the idea entertaining?

Is the idea good for animation?
Does the narrative contain the elements of story?
Does the story have interesting character(s)?
Are the character goals clear?
Does the story have a compelling and rising conflict?
Does the story begin and END well?

As a general rule, whether your piece is character, abstract or fine art or a game, you should
have a lifetime of pieces to make -- don't get "masterpiece" syndrome. Finally -- do somethin
Readability
Descriptive Drawing
Effective Staging
Shot selection
Shot composition
Line of Motion
Path of Action
Weight and Force
Camera position and/or movement
Strong Poses that communicate thought, motivation and/or emotion
Effective Timing
Visual Design
Sound Design
Interesting Visual Design must include:
Unique Character Design
Model Sheets
Original Location Design
Innovative Visual Structure
Lighting and Color Studies
Rhythm and Movement Studies
Effective Sound Design might include:

Ambient
Music
Dialogue
Criteria for Storyboards

Has the Concept Criteria been maintained in the execution of the story?
Has the Feasibility Criteria been maintained in the execution of the story?
Does the story visually communicate the concept?
Is there sufficient evidence of the principles of animation and interesting animation opportun
Is the scratch sound effective for the piece? Does it indicate an understanding of the final so
Quicktime. 853 x 480. 20-100MB.
Criteria for Progress and Process

Each week, you instructor will work with you on the progress you need to make during the fo
Process will be documented in your process book which will take the form of documented pr
What should be included in your Process Book:

Please make sure your process books are organized in folders. One folder for each of the he
Process books are evaluated on the completion, quality and depth of the following criteria: C
What are you trying to communicate and/or prove in your piece?
Basic Treatment/Narrative and Story development

Present your most recent revision first. This section should contain you basic story topics, re
Brainstorming/Inspirational Sketches
Includes brainstorming exercises for concept, narrative, look, etc.
Research and Reference

Includes all material that help you know your subject, your story, your characters, your enviro
what other works have been done in your content areas, other animations, and the work nee
studies where applicable and where time permits. It may also include reminders of what still
Production Schedules as needed

This is not the course outline. This is your working schedule that delineates how you will actu
thumb is to make a schedule, then go back and make it again allowing at least two to three t
rough production schedule for the fall.
Character Designs

This should include silhouettes and brainstorming sketches. Final character designs should
than one character also do a proportion sheet with all of the characters. Take care to think ab
drawings will be scanned into the computer and used as a basis to begin modeling in the fal
environmental designs as well.

Environment Designs

In these single still shots you determine the style, look, color and lighting of the piece. If you
of these. A good rule of thumb is to do a drawing for each scene change.These are a necess
Storyboards

Include first, second and final pass boards. These should all be 853x480
Your process must be documented in such a way that it is clear to others reading your book.
your notes to relocate your mind during and after summer break.