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Breakdowns – How to define motion
Animation Advice | Physics

Breakdowns – How to define motion

ByFerdinand Engländer August 16, 2016

By loading the video, you agree to YouTube’s privacy policy.Learn more Load video Always unblock YouTube Breakdown poses are the animator’s most important tool to define motion. Find out how you can use them to control acceleration, arcs, as well…

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6 Motivation Killers – and how to keep going
Q+A | Workflow and Production

6 Motivation Killers – and how to keep going

ByFerdinand Engländer July 19, 2016July 19, 2016

By loading the video, you agree to YouTube’s privacy policy.Learn more Load video Always unblock YouTube Creating animation can be very tedious and exhausting. What drains your motivation? And what can you do to get back into the flow? If…

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Finally Answered: The Best Animation Software
Workflow and Production

Finally Answered: The Best Animation Software

ByJ.K. Riki July 6, 2015April 22, 2021

“What animation software should I use?” is one of the most-asked questions we receive, followed only by “What animation software did -insert person or film here- use?” It makes sense to want the best tools for the job ahead, especially…

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Saving Versions Can Save Your Day
Workflow and Production

Saving Versions Can Save Your Day

ByFerdinand Engländer June 29, 2015August 19, 2015

Today we talk about the benefits of using version numbers when naming files and what you need to keep in mind to put this concept to full use. It can literally save your whole workday!

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Want an Animation Critique? Use Quicktime!
Animation Advice | Workflow and Production

Want an Animation Critique? Use Quicktime!

ByJ.K. Riki June 22, 2015August 11, 2015

Quick tip today, but a very important one a lot of animators seem to miss! When you upload an animated clip specifically looking for a critique, you’d do well to export and upload in Quicktime format. Why? Read on!

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3 Reasons Why “Klaus” Is a Game Changer for Animation
Animation Advice | Art and Design

3 Reasons Why “Klaus” Is a Game Changer for Animation

ByFerdinand Engländer June 9, 2015April 15, 2019

Chances are that you have already seen Sergio Pablo’s trailer “Klaus” and maybe you were among the many people whose jaw dropped. Gorgeous 2D animation shaded like a 3D CGI movie! Unbelievable! In this article I want to discuss why…

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The T-pose – all about this mighty blueprint
Animation Advice | Workflow and Production

The T-pose – all about this mighty blueprint

ByFerdinand Engländer May 26, 2015August 11, 2015

Have you ever seen a character in this weird T-pose with his legs together, the arms stretched out and a default facial expression? This pose is a vital step for any serious animation production. 3D animators and modelers will often…

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How Do You Keep Motivated?
Workflow and Production

How Do You Keep Motivated?

ByJ.K. Riki May 18, 2015August 11, 2015

Today we’re going to open things up and have a discussion about motivation! Animation requires practice in order to improve. Sometimes, though, practicing can be a chore. What are some techniques you use to pump yourself up and get things…

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Let’s Burn Out!
Commentary | Workflow and Production

Let’s Burn Out!

ByJ.K. Riki April 6, 2015August 31, 2015

Sometimes, let’s face it, you just feel too darn productive. You want, nay, NEED to feel the comforting grip of overwhelming despair, and desire to do nothing but stare at the wall (and simultaneously desperately NOT want to just stare…

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5 Tips to Organize Your Freelance Animation Business
Workflow and Production

5 Tips to Organize Your Freelance Animation Business

ByJesse J. Jones March 16, 2015August 31, 2015

Starting your own business can be tough. As a freelance animator, you need to juggle between being an artist, an accountant, a marketer, and a decent human being all at the same time! It can be hard to find time…

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