The Art of Smear Frames Since the mid-1900s, smear frames have been used in nearly every animated production. This is because they provide a cost-effective way to imitate the motion blur of characters and objects as they appear in live-action …
6 Stick Figure Animators You Should Know
Stick figure animations often mark the starting point for many budding animators. Whether it’s sketching a stick figure in a flip book or experimenting with software, they serve as the initial canvas for artistic expression. Their simplicity transcends cultural and linguistic barriers.
5 TV Shows Using Toon Boom Harmony
Established in Quebec, Canada in 1994, Toon Boom remains at the forefront of all 2D animated content around the world – utilized by virtually every modern animated TV show. If you’ve ever wanted to see exactly how these shows are …
10 Essential Tips to Complete Any Blender Project
This is a guest post by SouthernShotty I just spent 5 years of my life dedicated to completing my short film. Watermelon Girl. At over 230 shots, over 18,000 rendered frames, and 13 minutes in length – I have learned …
Screenplay Format: A Complete Guide
Understanding the intricacies of proper screenplay format is more than a mere technicality; it is a fundamental aspect of the screenwriting craft, integral to a writer’s success. This is not just about avoiding the fast track to the rejection pile …
iPad Animation Course – Coming Soon!
I wanted to let you know about ANOTHER new course that’s coming up the chain. It’s called iPad Animation, and it’s awesome. As you probably guessed from the title, this course focuses on the process of animating on an iPad. …
What is Storyboarding?
If you’re interested in pursuing a career in film or animation, you’ll quickly discover that storyboarding is an essential part of the process. But what exactly is storyboarding? What is a storyboard? Storyboarding is a preproduction tool consisting of a …
The 12 Principles of Animation
The world of animation has come a long way since its early days. Animators of today have access to advanced technology and software tools that make the process easier and more efficient than ever before (learning animation is also easier …
Storyboard Template: 3 Unique Blank Templates Free for Downloading
Storyboarding is one of the most important steps of the creative process for filmmakers, animators, and anyone who’s planning any kind of video project. This is why we created the best free storyboard template you can download right now. In …
