2D and 3D Animation

2D animation is creating the illusion of movement trough a series of still images. it can be done traditionally by hand which is known as Cel animation, or digitally using programs such as Flash. the sequence of images are normally put at a rate of 24 frames per second or faster. A example of a popular 2D animated cartoon is The Simpson's which was originally created using traditional Cel animation.

3D animation and modelling  is were 3D object meshes are created which can then be moved and manipulated to create a animation. the objects are created in 3D to give them a sense of depth and to make them appear to be real and living. there are several different 3D modelling programs available, for example Cinema 4D , MAYA, and 3DS MAX.

Another form of 3D modelling is sculpting. this is were the artist starts of with a virtual ball of clay, and can then sculpt it to form a object.this form of modelling can be done using programs such as Mudbox and Zbrush.

3D and 2D animation can both be used in a wide variety of industries including, entertainment , medical , industrial and retail.