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Science of Character Animation

9h 20m 31s
English
Paid

Science of Character Animation is a 19-lesson 9 hours 20 minutes self-paced course by Motion Design School. Learn how to create lively and charismatic characters from scratch and direct funny animation scenes on your own.

Course facts

Lessons
19
Duration
9 hours 20 minutes
Level
All levels
Language
English
Updated
Instructor
Motion Design School
Price
Premium

Learn how to create lively and charismatic characters from scratch and direct funny animation scenes on your own. In this course, Markus Magnusson will share his unique approach to character design.

Who teaches Science of Character Animation? Motion Design School

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Motion Design School is a Latvia-based online school focused entirely on motion graphics and character animation, primarily using Adobe After Effects, Cinema 4D, and the broader 2D/3D animation toolchain. They are one of the largest dedicated motion-design education brands online, with a multi-thousand-student community.

The CourseFlix listing carries twelve Motion Design School courses spanning character animation, After Effects scripting, 3D for motion designers, and the production craft around generating broadcast-quality motion-design work. Material is paid and aimed at designers and motion artists building professional-grade animation skills rather than dabbling in basic After Effects edits.

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#1: Урок 1 - Дизайн персонажа, часть 1
All Course Lessons (19)
#Lesson TitleDurationAccess
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Урок 1 - Дизайн персонажа, часть 1 Demo
18:00
2
Урок 2 - Дизайн персонажа, часть 2
56:01
3
Урок 3 - Динамичные позы персонажа
28:02
4
Урок 4 - Лицевые выражения
24:42
5
Урок 5 - Совершенствование истории
14:30
6
Урок 6 - 6.1 Ключевые техники анимации, часть 1 (AfterEffects)
31:29
7
Урок 6 - 6.2 Риггинг
01:05:28
8
Урок 7 - Ключевые техники анимации, часть 1
25:44
9
Урок 8 - Ключевые техники анимации, часть 2
21:16
10
Урок 9 - Второстепенные движения 1
44:15
11
Урок 9 - Второстепенные движения 2
40:21
12
Урок 9 - Второстепенные движения 3
24:25
13
Урок 10 - Хорошие циклы ходьбы
30:11
14
Урок 11 - Энергичные циклы бега
25:36
15
Урок 12 - От позы к позе
05:33
16
Урок 13 - Актерская игра и Тайминг
32:15
17
Урок 14 - Выражения и синхронизация губ с речью 1
28:25
18
Урок 14 - Выражения и синхронизация губ с речью 2
23:49
19
Урок 15 - Завершение вашего шедевра
20:29
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Frequently asked questions

What are the prerequisites for enrolling in this course?
There are no specific prerequisites mentioned for this course. However, having a basic understanding of animation principles and some familiarity with animation software like AfterEffects could be beneficial, as the course includes lessons on rigging and animation techniques using AfterEffects.
What types of projects will I be working on in the course?
Students will work on creating lively and charismatic characters from scratch. The course will guide you through character design, dynamic posing, facial expressions, and developing animation scenes. You'll learn to create good walk cycles, energetic run cycles, and how to synchronize lip movements with speech.
Who is the target audience for this course?
This course is ideal for aspiring animators who want to learn character animation and design from scratch. It's suitable for those interested in developing their skills in directing funny animation scenes and understanding key animation techniques.
How does this course compare in scope to other animation courses?
The course offers a unique approach to character design and animation, focusing on lively and charismatic characters. It covers a broad range of topics from character design, dynamic poses, to acting and timing in animations. It is particularly focused on animating humorous scenes and includes practical lessons on rigging and AfterEffects techniques.
What specific tools and platforms are covered in the course?
The course includes lessons on key animation techniques using AfterEffects, particularly in lessons 6.1 and 6.2. AfterEffects is a major tool covered, especially for rigging and animation processes.
What topics are not covered in this course?
The course does not cover the use of 3D animation software or advanced visual effects techniques. It focuses primarily on 2D character animation and the specific techniques required to create engaging and humorous scenes.
How much time should I expect to commit to this course?
While the exact runtime of the course isn't specified, it consists of 19 detailed lessons. Prospective students should prepare to dedicate time to both learning the theoretical aspects and practicing the practical exercises, such as creating walk and run cycles and synchronizing lip movements.