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This course examines the purposes and value of stories and storytelling as they relate to the classical story structure. The role of genres and cliches is examined as they relate to storytelling. The top five storytelling techniques are presented in detail, with many examples. The 10 principles of animation are revisited from a storytelling point of view. Classical story design and structure are presented as a simple and powerful model that travels across cultures and generations. And the five parts of a classical story are analyzed in detail. The course concludes with a summary of characterization and revelation of deep character. Short exercises complement the lectures and dialog.

In recent years I have developed a growing interest in transfering my computer-generated images onto output media that offer a high degree of quality and durability. This work describes some of my recent experiences in transfering computer-generated wireframe and shaded images to a variety of traditional printmaking media, as well as outputing directly onto canvas. My general approach to the transfering process is reviewed here.

The author describes an artistic project, the objective of which is to recreate Pre-Columbian patterns and objects and give them new meaning using computer image generation techniques. The results are presented in various techniques and formats, including a series of computer-generated photographs, prints and interactive stations.