CPSC 808 Computer Animation
Spring 2000
TTh 3:30--4:45 Jordan G032
Project 1
<http://andrewd.ces.clemson.edu/courses/cpsc808/spring00/hw/proj1.html>

Objectives:

To develop a good story concept for your animation.

Motivation:

This project acts as a design exercise for your animation.

Due dates:

Project writeup: 02/29/00

Description:

Provide the following supporting items for your story concept, following the "7 steps of story concept development":

1. List several research sources you considered for your story.
2. Brainstorm specific 3D characters, their motivations and objectives, sets, etc., initial ideas for feasibility of 3D development.
   • Provide sketches/drawings of main characters
   • Provide a character history list for the main character
3. Story concept sentence.
4. 3-act structure points, indentifying timing of imporant events such as:
   • the setup
   • catalyst
   • turning point
   • climax
   • final confrontation
   • resolution
5. Script (screenplay). Be sure to use the proper script format and scene/direction terminology.
6. Storyboard. Be sure to properly indicate object and camera motion when/where appropriate.
7. Story concept checklist.

The script and storyboard will be the most heavily graded components of the assignment.

Notes, suggestions, and additional requirements:

Screenplay format (at its simplest):

1. Margins:
   • Left margin: 1.5in
   • Right margin: 1.25in
   • Top & bottom: 1in
2. Tabs (starting from 0 mark on document ruler):
   • Dialogue: 2.60in
   • Parentheticals: 3.25
   • Character names: 4.0in
   • Transitionals (e.g., CUT TO:): 7.0in, flush right
3. Font: Courier 12 (typewriter style, fixed-space)

What to hand in:

Electronic submission: provide a URL (web address) to your on-line presentation of the assignment.