Understand the importance of arcs in your ability to convey organic motionįilm useful and usable video reference – a key source of inspiration for most professional feature animatorsĮxplore physicality by adding personality and character to a basic walk cycle, integrating key storytelling components to your shots Improve your powers of observation through an understanding of anatomy and physiology of full body walksĪpply your observations to animate a full body walk using Stella Finally, finish class with workflow tips on how to add polish and shine to your animation. Once you understand the source of realistic motion, you are ready to learn how timing and spacing choices can take your animation from realistic to stylized. Begin by honing your observational skills and understanding of human and animal anatomy. In Body Mechanics, dive deep into the physicality of animating full-body walks on both human and animal characters with our Stella and Sloan rigs. Animation Mentor – Course 2 – Body Mechanics Free Download