Unleash your imagination by producing narratives that inspire and amaze audiences. Immerse yourself in the dynamic realm of animation, where you will learn the newest cutting edge technologies propelling this exciting field.
The BFA in 3D Animation and Motion Arts prepares you with the knowledge and skills to flourish in the animation and visual effects sector. The fundamentals of modeling, texturing, lighting, animation, compositing, and simulation are the basis of the curriculum, guided by projects and assignments that ensure these skills are motivated by carefully constructed concepts and stories.
Student Work
The Experience
The 3D Animation pathway introduces an amazing range of tools and techniques taught by internationally renowned faculty. Studio courses factor in every semester, lending ample opportunity to create an impressive graduation showreel. Most courses are located in our award-winning Myrtle Hall facility, less than 30 minutes away from hundreds of New York’s world famous cultural institutions, many of which sponsor our students through internships. When not in class, our students are soaking up the limitless screenings, openings, festivals, shows and exhibitions that are occurring throughout the year in New York City.
Digital Arts Facilities
Students in the 3D Animation BFA have excellent studios with access to several digital computing facilities that are outfitted with state of the art Apple and Windows/PC computer stations. These computers are loaded with top of the line animation software including Nuke, Maya, Houdini, Adobe Suite, Unreal, Adobe Substance Painter/Designer, ZBrush, Marvelous Designer, ProTools, and much more. All 3D Animation students also have access to shared Digital Arts facilities that include a green screen room, an audio editing suite, and a world-class spatial computing lab. Further access to Pratt Institute facilities is also possible, including fine art workshops and a large photogrammetry volume.
High End Computer Lab
Green Screen Studio
Green Screen Studio
Stop Motion Studio
Stop Motion Studio
Internships
The Department of Digital Arts and Animation offers an internship program tailored to digital artists. Throughout the academic year, students partake in internship opportunities at a variety of studios and companies in the metropolitan New York area, gaining skills and experience in areas covering animation, visual effects, motion graphics, game design, interaction design, fine arts, and publishing.
The internship program places students on their career paths, providing experiences that aid in determining their educational and professional goals. Internships may be taken for college credit by both undergraduate and graduate students. While the Department has our own Internship Coordinator, students may also want to visit Pratt’s extensive network and dedicated staff that supports and facilitates Internships and Industry Connections.
Study Abroad
Immersing yourself in another culture is an incredible experience that can extend the boundaries of creativity. Study abroad programs are an integral part of the college experience, and Pratt has deep connections with university partners around the world. See where you can go.
Learning Resources
We develop disciplinary fluency in our program of study and we celebrate the interdisciplinary nature of art to critically address the plurality and complexity of the environments in which we operate. Learning resources.
Our Faculty
Pratt’s distinguished faculty of outstanding creative professionals and scholars share a common desire to develop each student’s potential and creativity to the fullest. Bringing different views, methods, and perspectives they provide a rigorous educational model in which students make and learn. See all Digital Arts faculty and administrators.
3D Animation alumni have risen to the top of their fields exhibiting at prestigious venues as the Whitney Biennial and Sundance, and receiving top recognition such as with the Emmy and Oscar awards.
Where they work
Our 3D Animation alumni have gone on to work at top studios such as Pixar, ILM, Dreamworks, Sony Pictures Imageworks, Framestore, Psyop, Crafty Apes, and The Mill.
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“I think it’s really good to have a partner that you trust,” says Glenn Ficarra about his filmmaking collaborator John Requa, both BFA Film ’91.
After the duo met at Pratt Institute, they moved to Los Angeles and got their start as writers of both family-friendly and irreverent comedies (Cats and Dogs, Bad Santa). The two soon became trailblazers of cross-genre films they call “mixed tone,” directing and producing their scripts for I Love You Phillip Morris and Focus, eventually bringing their style to award-winning television (This Is Us, Rabbit Hole). The duo has struck an unusually long-lasting creative partnership, prioritizing a balanced collaboration throughout all the different facets of the film industry.
Read more from their story and hear from other Pratt alumni duos in Prattfolio at the link in our profile.
Images: John Requa ’91 (left) and Glenn Ficarra ’91 (right) with the actor @SterlingKBrown (center). Photos by Dominic Garcia.
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Have any last-minute questions about applying to Pratt? Our priority deadline is less than a week away! Join admissions counselor Leah Putnam-Kaigler tomorrow, Thursday, January 9, when she takes over our account to share tips about the application process, insider information about Pratt, and fun facts about our singular campus.
Drop your questions in the comments below!
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How many of these places in the Pratt Library did you know you could access as a Pratt student?
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Video: Ebelle Shum, BFA Fine Art (Painting) '25
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Discover Pratt artists on view now at the @BrooklynMuseum!
The Brooklyn Artists exhibit unites more than 200 artists living in and honing their craft in our beloved borough, and it is no surprise to find Pratt alumni and faculty work! Let us know your favorite piece in the comments!
Pratt Artists on View:
Jazmine Catasús, Visiting Assistant Professor, Fine Arts
Lisa Corinne Davis, Fine Arts, BFA (Emphasis in Painting) ‘80
Alanna Fields, Photography, MFA ‘19
Nancy Grossman, Fine Arts, BFA ‘62
Fay Ku, Adjunct Associate Professor, Fine Arts
Yaw Owusu, Fine Arts, MFA (Emphasis in Integrated Practices) ‘20
Jamaal Peterman, Fine Arts, MFA ‘19
Leslie Roberts, Professor of Foundation Art
Hiba Schahbaz, Fine Arts, MFA (Emphasis in Painting and Drawing) ‘12
Jane South, Chairperson of Fine Arts, School of Art
Monica Srivastava, Fine Arts, MFA (Emphasis in Painting and Drawing) ‘23
Michelle Wen, Fine Arts, BFA (Emphasis in Painting) ‘18
Kimberly Bush, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Creative Arts Therapy
Jean Davis, Professor, Creative Arts Therapy
Jackie Hoving, Adjunct Associate Professor, Foundation
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Happy New Year! We love how alumna Kate Gastley's holiday card captures sparkle, cheer, and the anticipation of New Year's Eve.
Image: Holiday card from Idlewild Co. founded by Kate Gastley, BFA Communications Design '06 (@IdlewildCo)
What was your stand-out 2024 moment? We can't pick just one.
Swipe to see some of the people, places, and things that made 2024 special.
Images: Solar eclipse viewing party; horses on campus; commencement; red-tailed hawks make campus their home; orientation week; Aquasteady's seaweed-based hydrogel; Pratt Shows openings; Pratt Shows Fashion; Halloween costume contest; MFA studios at Dock 72.
Contributing Photographers: Ameera Albalawi, BFA Photography '25 and Matilda Marsh, BFA Photography '23; Dahlia Dandashi, Staff Photographer; Megan Proctor, BFA Photography '25; Tejas Setlur, BFA Film '26; Rebecca Smeyne; Adem Wijewickrema, BFA Communications Design '25;
NYC winter holiday magic!
We hope everyone has a wonderful winter break.
Video: Galen Marquess, BFA Fine Arts (Printmaking) ‘25
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What’s your go-to Brooklyn spot? Come with us to check out four Pratt alumni businesses in Brooklyn.
Featuring:
Four & Twenty Blackbirds @birdsblack
Saffron @saffronbk
Dear Friend Books @dearfriendbooks
The Shirley Project Space @theshirleyprojectspace
Comment with your favorite place to creatively refuel in Brooklyn.
We're stopping by the launch party for the new issue of The Prattler, the Institute's longest-running student publication. The Prattler has been an essential place for students to share their experiences, express their views, and process the events of their world for over 80 years. Check out The Prattler’s “Log Off” issue in print and online, and read more about the publication's history in the new issue of Prattfolio in our profile.
Video : Kerry Richardson, March ‘26
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Students focus on individual expression through form and motion. These stories are set in amazing worlds populated with unique characters. Students bring these worlds to life through a series of animation studio courses that grow in complexity and depth. Courses include 3-D modeling, 3-D animation, character design, character animation, storyboarding and storytelling, animation history, motion dynamics, lighting and rendering and post-production courses. Recommended electives include contemporary issues in film and video, 2-D animation, scripting, special effects, 3-D printing, and other advanced digital animation techniques.
