2D Computer Graphic Animation

2D Computer Graphic Animation is a technique in which 2 dimensional drawn models, are positioned in different ways to create the illusion of movement through the persistence of vision. What are needed is a computer and various animation and drawing programs an example being Flash and Paint. The advantages of this technique is how easy it is and requires less time. However the disadvantages are the programs and computer needed to do this may cost a small fortune.



John and James Whitney created 2D Computer Graphic Animation in the early 40's, however in the film Vertigo by Alfred Hitchcock the beginning title sequence is know as one of they best pieces of early animation. Two more well known examples of 2D Computer Graphic Animation is the cartoon series Total Drama and The Amazing World of Gumball.




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