Game Sprite Academy
In this four-week online workshop, young artists step into the exciting world of pixel animation, learning how to design and animate their very own game characters. From drawing tiny heroes to creating motion frames and expressive poses, students will experience the magic of bringing characters to life one pixel at a time.
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By the end of the course, each student will have designed a complete pixel character, created a basic animation, and exported their sprites for use in games or personal projects. Discover how small artwork can spark huge creativity.
For ages
8-14
Session Length
4 weeks
Sessions
1/week
Time
6-7pm CT Tuesdays
Starts
Mar 3rd
Ends
Mar 24th
Our online courses are interactive, teacher-led workshops held once a week over Zoom, with each session lasting 1 hour. Scheduled every week on a convenient weekday from 6-7 pm Central Time. During each session, the teacher will guide students through exciting activities, fostering both creativity and learning!
Device Requirements: A Computer (Windows, macOS, or Linux) with Piskel or similar pixel art tool
Key Skills
Pixel Drawing Foundations
Master the basics of pixel art and sprite design
Character Design
Create unique pixel characters with personality
Sprite Animation Basics
Learn frame-by-frame animation techniques
Digital Art Workflow
Master the process from sketch to finished sprite
Creative Problem Solving
Solve design challenges at small pixel sizes
Export & Integration
Export sprites for use in games or projects
Weekly Breakdown
Week 1 - Pixel Art Foundations
Students learn the basics of pixel drawing, how sprites work in games, and how to build simple shapes and characters. They create their first mini-sprite and explore color, contrast, and clarity at small sizes.
Week 2 - Designing the Hero
Students sketch and design their main character. They explore proportions, silhouettes, and details that show personality. By the end of this session, each student has a completed static character sprite.
Week 3 - Animating in Motion
Students learn how to animate an idle animation using frame-by-frame techniques. They practice timing and smooth transitions using onion-skin tools.
Week 4 - Final Animation & Showcase
Students finish their animation, refine their character, and export their completed sprites. The course concludes with a mini-showcase where students share their creations and celebrate their pixel-powered achievements.
Enroll With Confidence.
Money Back Guarantee
Not completely satisfied after session one? We'll refund your full tuition with no questions asked. Your child's experience matters to us.
Flexible Scheduling
Plans change? No problem! Switch your workshop dates or type at any time before your first workshop starts - completely free.
Transparent Pricing
What you see is what you pay. No registration fees, no processing fees, no surprises. Just straightforward pricing you can trust.
The Greatest Instructors
Every team member at Creator Camp carries a genuine passion for nurturing creativity, fostering an environment where your child feels not only inspired but also cared for.
