Weekly feedback and the recording of these sessions have significantly enhanced my growth!
Yonathan Abay
Graduate of the course traditional 2D animation
Edward Kurchevsky
About the mentor
Edward Kurchevsky is a director and 2D animator who has worked in the industry for over 10 years.
During this time, he created many animation projects, having undergone serious training in the field of animation through two higher educations in Poland and France. He holds a master's degree from Goblins Paris. In 2018, thanks to his talent, he won the Disney Art Challenge. Edward is a freelancer on feature-length and short-length projects in Europe and also runs LIHTAR STUDIO.
In May 2024, the studio team released a fan teaser for the popular fantasy saga “The Witcher,” Edward’s dream project. The project took two years to create and has already gained popularity online.
“One of the most important steps in the world of professional animation for me was the series PRIMAL (Season 2). After 2 years, I rethought the experience I received many times. It was a powerful push into the industry,” Edward admits on his social network page.
Edward prefers to work in traditional 2D animation, storyboarding, and short film direction. Since 2017, he has been a speaker and organizer of large master classes at school and outside of it. He is also the lead mentor in teaching AnimationClub School’s traditional 2D animation course.
Student
Reviews
about the mentor
Really loved the first course and it really helped me improve a ton!
Never underestimate the basics!
Dania Siabet Zamora Mares
Graduate of the course traditional 2D animation
The course really inspires you to new achievements!
Natalia Kendrali
Graduate of courses in traditional 2D animation
Helped me land a couple of cool projects! Highly recommend ❤️
Monica Marinho
Graduate of the course traditional 2D animation
I have never experienced such freedom in creativity.
Harry Talkhin
Studied all courses in traditional 2D animation
Mentor’s courses
2D Animation
Starting soon
Traditional 2D animation. Course 1 — Basics
Master the exact workflow used in professional animation pipelines by learning the timeless 12 basic principles of animation. From timing, spacing, and volume control to easing in and out, and so much more. We will go over everything you need to understand about animation in just 3 months.
By the end you'll have created your first portfolio-ready animated shots
Start
June 4, 2026
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11 spots
Price per month
415€/month (excl. VAT)
Duration
12 weeks
2D Animation
Starting soon
Traditional 2D animation. Course 2 —Mechanics of Motion
Jump into developing dynamic character animation by building strong foundations in walk cycles, posing, and design, then progressing into action shots, perspective, and movement in space. You’ll refine weight, rhythm, and staging, and finish by assembling a polished demo reel that showcases your character in motion.
New students are required to submit animation samples for review before joining.
Start
June 8, 2026
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4 spots
Price per month
415€/month (excl. VAT)
Duration
12 weeks
2D Animation
Starting soon
Traditional 2D animation. Course 3 — Acting
In this course, you’ll focus on character acting in 2D animation, learning how to bring emotion and personality into your work. You’ll develop expressive performances by studying references and analyzing character emotions then translating them into believable movement.
You’ll go beyond mechanics and learn how to create authentic, engaging performances that connect with the audience.
New students are required to submit animation samples for review before joining.
Start
June 8, 2026
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8 spots
Price per month
415€/month (excl. VAT)
Duration
12 weeks
2D Animation
Short film creation
Starting soon
Short film creation – Animation & Directing
In the Short Film Creation course you'll be animating a teaser trailer. Students will collaborate as a full production team, animators, artists, and composers, building the project from concept to final cut. It’s fandom, craft, and industry-level storytelling all in one epic experience.
Please submit your portfolio to enroll in the course.
Start
June 5, 2026
Spots left
15 spots
Price per month
415€/month (excl. VAT)
Duration
12 weeks
2D Animation
Starting soon
Traditional 2D Animation Workshop: One-Month Intensive Mentorship
Join our one-month intensive 2D animation mentorship workshop, offering personalized group mentorship tailored to your animation projects or demo reels, ensuring you gain industry-standard skills.
New students are required to submit animation samples for review before joining.
Start
May 4-5, 2026
Spots left
3 spots
Price per month
415€/course (excl. VAT)
Duration
4 weeks
2D Animation
Free
Traditional 2D animation. Free Introduction Tutorial
To get you started on your animation journey we created this beginner animation tutorial course. This is for anyone who has a curiosity about 2D traditional animation and always wanted to learn to animate hand-drawn characters and see them moving.
Start
At any time
Price per month
Free
Duration
32 minutes
2D Animation
Free
Traditional 2D animation. Free Intermediate Tutorial
Let's get acquainted with the basic rules of traditional 2D character animation in perspective with this free 2d Animation tutorial
Start
At any time
Price per month
Free
Duration
42 minutes
Mentor’s CV
2024 – current time
Project/Studio
Lihtar Studio
Title
Creative Director and Animator
2017 – current time
Project/Studio
Animation Club School
Title
2D Animation Mentor & Supervisor
2022
Project/Studio
Titmouse for HBO Max/Scavengers Reign
Title
2D Animator
2021 – 2023
Project/Studio
Fan teaser for the series based on the fantasy saga “The Witcher” / LIHTAR STUDIO
Title
Director, Storyboard Artist, 2D animator, Clean up & color lead
2020 – 2021
Project/Studio
La Cachette/Primal (Season 2)
Title
2D Animator
2019 – 2020
Project/Studio
Le Retour des Vagues
Title
Co-director/2D animator/Story artist
2019
Project/Studio
Skjald/Tales of Alethrion
Title
Storyboard Artist/2D key animator
2019
Project/Studio
Sun Creature/FLEE
Title
Intern 2D key animator
2018
Project/Studio
DELAY Studio /
My grandfather invented Rugby
Title
2D key animator
2017
Project/Studio
Nternship “Juice” studio/Malwa and Leshy
Title
2D key animator
2013 – 2014
Project/Studio
3D film production “ISYRIUS”
Title
Graphic designer/Animator
2012 – 2013
Project/Studio
Postproduction company “OPERA FILM”
Title
