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Animation Digital Art Teaching

Animation Course: Introduction to Animation Principles in 2D. An 8h self-study online course.

Get started with 2D animation and learn the animation principles for films and games. Let's animate!

Cristina Zoica DumitruSeptember 27, 2021

Animation Digital Art

Arc of a Motion Principle. How to make a motion feel organic and natural.

Arc of a Motion is the animation principle that means a motion path in time and space. Its purpose is to create a feeling of organic and natural movement.

Cristina Zoica DumitruJuly 22, 2020

Animation Digital Art

Squash and Stretch Principle. How to add flexibility to your character.

Squash and Stretch is the animation and drawing principle that gives the illusion of flexibility and elasticity. It applies to both objects and characters.

Cristina Zoica DumitruMay 25, 2020

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Animation Digital Art

Line of Action Principle. How to improve your character’s posture.

Line of Action is both an animation and drawing principle. It's the key principle that makes your character look more alive and dynamic.

Cristina Zoica DumitruMay 13, 2020