Why This Topic Matters: Stay in the Industry for the Long Haul Animation isn’t just a job – it’s often a way of life. You draw, you think in shots, you hear timing in your sleep. It can feel like true love from the moment you bring your first character to life, and they suddenly […]
Discover how animation festivals like Annecy and Ottawa can shape your career. Learn about networking, feedback, funding opportunities, and choosing the proper festival to boost your animation career. Phineas and Ferb Animation festivals have an incredible power to change the course of your career. Participating in prestigious events can be a ticket into the world […]
Tips for Beginners and Professionals Learn how to become an art director with tips on leadership, visual style, and mastering composition, color, and light in this comprehensive guide. Tsutomu Mizushima An art director is not just an artist. They are responsible for creating and maintaining the visual style of a project, collaborating with the team, […]
Dreaming of becoming an animator and wanting to master classic 2D animation? Then Classic Animation 101 is the perfect guide to help you dive into the basics of traditional animation and progressively learn all the necessary techniques. In this article, we will break down the key principles of classic animation that were established during the […]
How Graduation Projects Are Made: From Idea to Realization Creating animation for the legendary Pink Floyd is no ordinary task. For our students, this project became a unique opportunity to work on high-quality production and test their skills in real-world animation industry conditions. Over the course of six months, the team transformed an abstract idea […]
What’s Behind Analyzing Others’ Animations Many aspiring animators believe creating a successful animation portfolio is a collection of pretty shots or impressive scenes. But in the actual industry, studios look for something else – they want to see if you think like an animator by understanding why a character moves the way they do and […]
Why Animation Is Not About Movement – It’s About the Purpose Behind It When you watch good animation, what sticks isn’t just the motion – it’s how the character lives through the moment. Whether it’s comedy, drama, or action – if the character moves without purpose or emotion, the scene falls flat. It’s the acting […]
Camera rotation is one of the most complex yet visually striking techniques in animation. It adds dynamism to a scene, enhances its emotional impact, and creates a sense of depth. This technique is particularly important in animation fight scenes, where well-structured movement makes sequences more engaging and immersive. However, adding camera movement, background rotation, or […]
Creating Characters That Feel Alive A great original character (OC) is more than just an eye-catching design – it’s a personality brought to life. The best characters aren’t just visually appealing; they tell a story through their silhouette, posture, and details. Andrei Sitari, Art Director at Sun Creature, knows exactly how to make characters stand […]
Dynamic shots are a powerful tool in animation, bringing energy, tension, and storytelling into every frame. However, mastering them requires not only creativity but also a deep understanding of animation principles. In our recent live feedback session, Edward Kurchevsky, an experienced 2D animator behind Primal, Scavengers Reign, and Tales of Alethrion, shared invaluable insights into […]
Expanding Your Animation Toolbox Animation is an ever-evolving art form that uses various techniques to push the boundaries of creativity and storytelling. Understanding and experimenting with different approaches helps animators develop their unique style and voice. Whether you’re working in 2D, 3D, stop-motion, or experimental animation, mastering various techniques allows you to achieve greater artistic […]
A believable animated character doesn’t just move – they act, express emotions, and connect with the audience. One of the most powerful tools for achieving this is lipsyncing, the secret art of synchronizing mouth movements with dialogue in a way that feels natural and emotive. When done right, a series of drawings transforms into a […]
Animation isn’t just about creating drawings and bringing them to life. In today’s world, there are many approaches to animation, and one of the most fascinating is animation without drawing. Edward Kurchevsky, a mentor of the traditional animation course, shared how this technique works, why it’s worth trying, and how understanding the core principles of […]
Animation is the art of movement, and one of the most powerful techniques for conveying speed and expression is smears. The 2D Animation smears technique is widely used across different styles, from classic Warner Bros. cartoons to modern anime and video games. Smears create a sense of rapid motion, make strikes sharper, and turns more […]
Animation is an art that requires not only technical knowledge but also a deep understanding of movement, physics, and character expression. Edward Kurchevsky, a professional 2D animator and mentor, shares tips that will help animators of any level improve their animation skills. Learn how to add the techniques found here to your animation by taking […]
Character Emotion is Everything! You can draw a thousand frames, but if your character switches emotions like a robot – the scene won’t work. A real emotional shift isn’t just going from «sad → happy» or «calm → angry». It’s a moment of realization. A pause before an explosion, or a slow descent into a […]
Animation is the art of bringing still images to life, and anyone taking their first steps in this field faces many questions. Where to start? What tools to use? How to ensure a character’s movement looks convincing?
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