Introduction to Visual Effects (In Person)

Course description

Visual effects, or VFX, are the art of digital illusion, allowing a creator to move beyond what’s physically in front of the camera. This course explores the foundational principles of VFX and how to put them into practice.

Various topics will be explored, including filming green screen and chroma keying, rotoscoping, motion tracking, screen replacement, and compositing techniques. By the end of the class, learn the core skills and confidence to start creating unique and distinctive visual effects projects. / This computer-based class is held in an MCAD computer lab and students will have access to Adobe Creative Cloud software throughout the course.

Open to students ages 16 and above. Review complete policies, including class cancellation policies, before completing your registration.

Class meeting details

This course meets in person on MCAD’s campus.

Prerequisites

Previous experience with Adobe Creative Cloud is required. Students should have a working knowledge of Premiere Pro (basic editing and file export) and basic Photoshop skills.

Required Materials

Supplies

• Pen or pencil
• Notebook or sketchbook
• USB drive or cloud storage option for saving work

Software
Adobe Creative Cloud (provided by MCAD)

Hardware
If students access Adobe Creative Cloud at home, a computer capable of running Adobe Creative Cloud software, with internet access is required.

Class resources

This class uses Adobe Creative Cloud. Please see the link for more information.

Class savings

Register on or before May 11 and save $25.
Register for more than one class at a time and receive $25 off each additional class (same-day registrations only).
Additional savings. Are you eligible?

Questions?

Contact MCAD Continuing Education at continuing_education@mcad.edu or call 612.874.3765.