3D Animation & Motion Graphics at 370 Art Studios — Hands-On, Portfolio-Ready Training in Palisades Park, NJ

370 STUDIOS
Sep 12, 2025
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If your teen wants to turn imagination into moving images or your team needs a creative, technical workshop, 370 Art Studios’ 3D Animation & Motion Graphics course delivers industry-level skills with a local, student-friendly approach. The program blends foundational art principles with modern digital tools so learners leave with portfolio-quality animated projects.

What the Course Delivers (quick overview)

The course teaches the full animation workflow—storyboarding, 3D modeling, character animation, lighting, texturing, compositing, VFX, and motion graphics—so students can produce finished, portfolio-ready motion pieces. Lessons are tailored to the student through one-on-one instruction and are suitable for teens and adults who want real outcomes.

Course Curriculum (what students actually learn)

The class is broken down into approachable, college-level modules adapted for high-school and beginner-adult learners:

3D Animation 101: basic shapes → modeling → creature & robot modeling → animation keyframes → rigging → turntable renders.
Modeling & Sculpting: include Nomad Sculpt introduction for easier 3D sculpting workflows.
Texturing, Lighting & UVing: color, shading, and preparing models for render.
Animation mechanics: keyframe knowledge, graph editor use, simple fox/human animations, and turntable presentation.
Motion Graphics 101: shape creation, A→B animation, 3D space in After Effects, expression coding, transitions, and story projects.
Compositing & Post Production: edit and integrate renders using Premiere Pro and After Effects to create final deliverables.

These module themes come from the studio’s taught curriculum and are designed so students can complete real projects rather than purely theoretical exercises.

Tools & Technology Covered

Students gain hands-on experience with industry standard software and tools frequently requested by employers and college programs:

Autodesk Maya (3D modeling and animation powerhouse)
Nomad Sculpt (introductory 3D sculpting)
Adobe After Effects & Premiere Pro (motion graphics, compositing, editing)
Photoshop, Illustrator, Animate, Procreate (supporting tools for concept art and assets)

Mastering this toolset prepares students for animation portfolios, social content, and professional workflows.

Who Should Enroll

Middle- and high-school students building animation or media portfolios for art programs or specialized high schools.
Teens and adults interested in digital storytelling, motion design, or 3D modeling.
Competition entrants and creative hobbyists who want structured, project-based instruction.

Local Advantage: Why Bergen County Families Choose 370

370 Art Studios is located in Palisades Park, NJ, making it convenient for students from Fort Lee, Edgewater, Leonia, Ridgefield, Teaneck, and the broader Bergen County area. The studio’s emphasis on 1-on-1 coaching and portfolio-ready outcomes helps local students compete for placements and college applications while learning practical, career-relevant skills.

Student Outcomes — What You’ll Walk Away With

A finished animated or motion graphic project suitable for portfolios or online reels.
Practical experience with Maya/AE/Premiere that can be demonstrated to colleges or employers.
Confidence in storytelling, technical pipeline, and post-production workflows.

(Students can also 3D-print their modeled objects locally to create a physical prototype of their digital work.)