This is an aesthetics based course that communicates animated narratives in the areas of art and science. This course serves as an introduction to animation of objects, environments, animals, humans and natural science subjects. Students will learn to create 2D and 3D animations of narratives with goals to communicate a message and/or educate the viewer on their story. The student will learn pre-visualization skills in the form of storyboarding to problem solve their ideals before animation. The student will use pre-visualized concept art to animated short stories of the body, environment, and/or natural science through the medium of 2D and 3D digital animation software (Adobe Flash, After Effects and Autodesk 3D Studio Max.) The principles of 2D and 3D digital space and motion/timing will be used as the foundation of production. The subject matter within the Specialization in Biomedical Art and Visualization reflects the subject matter of science and medicine. Students in broader areas of art (sculpture, illustration, painting, etc.) will be able to focus on specific subjects relevant to their artistic goals using the animation methods and techniques.