In this first class, I will introduce myself to you, as well as show you some things that will help you do the observational gesture (warm-up) drawings that take place at the beginning of each class. I will also talk more extensively about the equipment you will need for this class, although I have already listed the main things you will need elsewhere anyway. Finally, the latter part of this class will focus entirely on my own personal history in animation - showing you some of my best award-winning work, by way of a further introduction to what I have done and what I know.