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Coronado High School and Village Elementary School students collaborated to produce ‘Creatures in Motion,’ an award-winning animation showcasing their creativity. First graders contributed original animal designs, which high school animators brought to life. The project signifies a unique partnership between young students and seasoned creators, culminating in a celebratory exhibition set for early April 2025. The animation is also available for viewing on YouTube, allowing the broader community to share in this artistic achievement.

Coronado Celebrates Young Creators with Award-Winning Animation!

Coronado is buzzing with excitement as students from Coronado High School (CHS) and Village Elementary School join forces to create something truly spectacular! This collaborative effort has resulted in an award-winning animation piece that showcases the incredible talent and imagination of these young artists.

A Unique Collaboration

The project, titled “Creatures in Motion”, sprang from the creative minds of CHS Digital Arts Animation class students and enthusiastic first graders from Village Elementary. The initiative was spearheaded by first-grade teacher Brittany Lindquist and CHS Digital Arts instructor Anna Woerman. Together, these educators nurtured a partnership that allowed students to blend youthful exuberance with advanced artistic techniques.

Bringing Imaginations to Life

Each first grader was given the opportunity to draw their very own original animals, complete with unique names, personalities, and habitats inspired by the wonders of nature. This imaginative exercise was the foundation for the high school animators, who eagerly visited the first-grade classrooms to learn about the students’ creations. They conducted fun interviews with the young artists, absorbing their ideas and excitement before heading off to bring those creations to life through animation.

The end result? An engaging animation featuring fully rendered walk cycles, emotional expressions, and beautifully depicted natural habitat backgrounds. This fusion of childlike creativity and technical artistry has made “Creatures in Motion” a standout piece.

A Rewarding Experience

For CoSA Animation student Emilia Peterson, the experience was nothing short of rewarding. Transforming the imaginative ideas of young children into captivating digital art proved to be a fulfilling challenge. The final animation was compiled and screened for the first graders, allowing them to see their creations come to life in ways they never envisioned.

Anna Woerman pointed out the fantastic blend of youthful imagination with refined art techniques, which made this project special. It’s a true testament to what can happen when different age groups come together and share their creativity.

Excitement in the Air

The joyful anticipation among the first graders is palpable as they await a celebratory reception set for April 3, 2025. Family and friends will gather to celebrate these young artists and their outstanding work. Following the reception, the public will have the chance to see the exhibition, which will be open from April 5 through May 18, 2025, at the Museum of Photographic Arts.

First graders Rey Zeller and Allen Kosmalski have expressed their excitement about their animated creations, thrilled to see their artwork showcased for all to enjoy. Cadence Wright, a CoSA Animation student, emphasized the joy of empowering these first graders to understand the beauty of animation, making their visions a reality.

Sharing the Joy

This project has not only sparked pride among young artists but has also paved the way for them to take their work online. The animated piece, “Creatures in Motion,” is available for viewing at a special link on YouTube, offering parents, family, and friends the ability to share in the joy of animated creations.

Overall, this initiative has successfully woven together the imaginative spirit of first graders with the advanced skills of high school students, producing an artwork that is a perfect embodiment of collaboration and creativity. The Coronado community is undeniably proud of its young creators and can’t wait to see what they’ll dream up next!

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