2D animation
Drawing a picture for every frame so characters move, usually on a tablet.
2D animation
- To start
- $60
- Each month
- $5
- Time
- 3 hours a week
- Sessions
- 1 hour or more
- Where
- At home
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It's built for the screen.
- It's wide open for your own ideas.
- You end up with something you made.
- It asks almost nothing of your body.
You’ll like it if
- You want to build something of your own
- You want to make things
- You want to get really good at something
Maybe not if
- You want to switch your brain off
- You want a workout
- You want something fast and exciting
Heads upMore screen time
What it feels like
2D animationAverage arts & Expression hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$60Costs more to start than 68% of hobbies
$5Over a year, more than the kit
$120About $0.77 an hour at 3 hours a week
Before you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Draw a bouncing ball over 12 frames in a free animation app and watch it loop.
1 hour or moreAt homeEasy to start
Questions
How much does 2D animation cost to start?
About $60 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, then about $5 a month once you are going.
How much time does 2D animation take?
About 3 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 1 hour or more.
Can I do 2D animation at home?
Yes. Fits in a bag.
Is 2D animation good for beginners?
Yes. It is easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Draw a bouncing ball over 12 frames in a free animation app and watch it loop.
Do I need other people for 2D animation?
No. It works fine on your own.