life reference

Crafting a Feature Shot – PLANNING

Nov 14, 2012

Now comes the part that’s the hardest in my eyes… planning! In theory, we Animators would love days to plan the shot, until we have every little part of it figured out and really get at the heart of it while keeping it entertaining, but, in reality, we have around half a day if you’re […]

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“Carbon Copy” Animation

Aug 2, 2012

This subject has come up more than once in my class, and has been a much heated discussion amongst animation professionals and students. The use of live action reference is always the ten ton elephant in the room. I have posted previously about the use of reference and it’s advantages and pitfalls. We will dive […]

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