Want to create more realistic animation but not sure how to? Well, here are some tips on how to make your animations more lifelike:
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1. Add Depth
Learn how to create the illusion of depth by replicating the lighting of objects in real life and placing layers in different planes.
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2. Copy Yourself
There are numerous references all around you, including yourself. So, while animating, use a mirror or record your movements on video to help improve your characters' ambitions.
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3. Observe Your Surroundings
Studying movement takes time and research. Observe how things move around you, including minute details such as how birds preen their feathers or people's subtle mannerisms.
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4. Timing
Make sure you balance the number of frames your character moves from point A to point B.
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5. Proper Spacing
Besides timing, spacing can be used to enhance the realism of your animations. So keep the fundamentals in mind and plan your elements' placement accordingly.
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