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Character Animation: Fundamentals

Character Animation: Fundamentals


Description: In this training, you'll learn the basics of feature film style character animation. Starting with the bouncing ball and then moving on to using a character rig, this series gives you a guided tour of the inner workings of Maya, covering the interface and how to develop good workflow habits. It explores the basics of acting and emotion and demonstrates how to setup the always challenging walk cycle, from blocking in and smoothing out the animation to refining it by adding attitude and feeling.


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Title: Character Animation
Fundamentals
Category: Animation
Presenter: Chris Kirshbaum - The Gnomon WorkshopChris Kirshbaum
Chris Kirshbaum is an alumnus of CalArts Character Animation, and has a BA in fine arts from Arizona State University. He is currently a Character Animator at Dreamworks. Chris's film credits as a character animator include Shark Tale, Flushed Away, Over the Hedge, Kung Fu Panda and Monsters vs. Aliens. In addition to teaching in the Dreamworks internal artistic development and training programs, he currently teaches character animation at the Gnomon School of Visual Effects. When not ensconced in the world of animation, Chris can usually be found either on a football field or behind a drum kit.
Platform: Windows & MAC OS
Running Time: 2.8 Hrs
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Project Files: Included

Highlights
  • Learn all about Timing and Spacing.
  • Discover how the Bouncing Ball Feature works.
  • Learn about opposing action and adding altitude.
  • See how to block in and smooth the walk cycle.


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