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Benjamin Cerbai is a 2D animator, illustrator, and video creator from France. He is also the co-creator of the animation app ‘Callipeg’.
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English, French , 4 more 
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Transform ideas into captivating, visual stories that grab attentionMaster quick, expressive sketches for dynamic scenes!Direct eye-catching shots using film studio techniquesChange the mood from cute to creepy with a few easy toolsUse camera angles and framing intentionally to level up your storyCreate expressive characters with personality and dynamic poses that come aliveAvoid rookie mistakes that waste time and kill your momentum Turn drawings into a moving animatic (basic animation) in minutesApply professional techniques to your own projectsEmploy cinematic tricks to control emotion and tensionAdd depth and drama to your scenes by using shading & contrast Want to make animations like Disney & Pixar? It all starts HERE—with storyboards! This is how your favorite cartoons go from ideas to awesome animations.
But what are storyboards!? Think of them as a comic book version of your soon-to-be animation, helping you plan it all out scene by scene using rough drawings. It’s an essential step and a powerful tool!
The best animators in the world can’t make great cartoons without them! And today, YOU can learn this superpower too!
With Benjamin’s guidance, you’ll translate the ideas in your head into dynamic scenes that breathe life and emotion!
He’ll show you how to design captivating shots like studios do, use angles and framing that draw viewers in, and avoid time-wasting mistakes that trip up most beginners.
You’ll also discover pro secrets from mastering foreground and background planes, drawing expressive emotions and poses, to transforming your boards into moving animatics.
No experience required! Just simple, step-by-step techniques designed specifically for beginners!
Don’t just watch cartoons—Discover the joy of creating them yourself! Every great animator started right where you are now.
3+ Hours of on-demand videos
9 Cheat sheets/guides
50 Reference images
Book resource list
1 Exercises (PDF)
Bonus material
Certificate of Completion
Eager to bring your ideas to life as animations? Storyboarding is an excellent place to start. You’ll learn how to sketch scenes, set up camera shots, and explore ways to tell your story visually.
It’s gonna be so much fun! Let’s get started!
In animation, every frame is built from scratch—so planning is everything. Without a clear roadmap, you risk wasting time on scenes that won’t even make the final cut.
That’s where storyboarding comes in! It’s your secret weapon to test ideas quickly, tweak scenes on the go, and save time and money!
You’ll also discover what tools you need (You probably already have them) and useful skills to practice (No experience needed).
This lesson reveals how camera shots, angles, and composition work together to tell unforgettable visual stories.
You’ll learn when to use wide shots vs. tight close-ups, how to alter a character’s presence with angles, and simple framing tricks to guide the viewer’s eye. Benjamin also breaks down real scenes to show you exactly how these techniques create emotion and action!
Ready to create your first storyboard? Follow along as we turn a simple forest adventure—from finding a mysterious key to unlocking a magical door—into a visual sequence.
You’ll learn to break down scripts, choose impactful shots, and design expressive characters using basic shapes. And don’t worry—your drawings don’t need to be perfect!
Storytelling should be fun! And there will be a lot of that in this lesson!
Whether sketching on paper or using digital tools, Benjamin shows you how to set up your panels and craft thumbnails like a pro.
You’ll learn how to change the mood of your story, just by using camera angles, framing, movement, and expressions. Turn a scene into a creepy thriller or a fun adventure. These easy techniques will help you create engaging storyboards that pull viewers in.
Your storyboard’s ready – now make it move! Let’s first refine our work by simplifying lines, clarifying expressions, and adding depth with shading.
Then, we’ll move on to setting up and editing your first animatic (basic animation). Benjamin will teach you how to adjust shot duration; set key frames; create zooms, pullouts and dissolves; and create basic transitions.
These tools will give your animation the right pacing, professional polish, and emotional impact it deserves!
Congratulations on creating your first storyboard and animatic! Benjamin gives advice on the next steps you can take on your animation journey. This is just the start!
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Benjamin Cerbai is a 2D animator, illustrator, and video creator living in France. He is the co-creator of the animation app ‘Callipeg’.
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