Animation blog

Is it time to switch to Unreal Engine in 2026? From industry standards like Maya to free powerhouses like Blender 4.3 and AI tools like Cascadeur, the landscape has changed. Discover our updated ranking of the 9 best 3D animation tools (Free & Paid) to launch your career.

Discover QuickSelect, the essential tool for Autodesk Maya. Create custom Selection Sets, generate an instant Maya Picker, and speed up your animation workflow with this powerful script.

Think you can't be a 3D animator because you can't draw realistic portraits? Think again. Discover why "Gesture Drawing" is the only skill you actually need.

Stop guessing which books to buy. From "The Illusion of Life" to specific acting guides, here are the 5 essential books used by Disney & Pixar pros to master animation.

Photography 101: The Ultimate Exposure Guide for Animators & Beginners (2025)

Access the essential community spreadsheets for the animation industry. Compare animator salaries, find studio lists, check reviews, and discover job openings worldwide.

Stop calculating frame offsets! Discover AS_ImageRef, the ultimate Maya script to import video references and image sequences perfectly synced to your timeline.

Besoin d'idées cadeaux en rapport avec l'animation?

What does a Lead Animator really do in a 3D production? Discover their tasks, from the big-picture vision to team support, and why this role is crucial for the film’s consistency and quality.

Are you looking for a job in Animation? I’ve put together a list of the best platforms to find animation job offers.

Hoplite is a new VFX and 3D animation studio making a strong entrance right from its launch with a Star Wars fan film!

For several years now, Jérémy Trilles has been making his mark in 3D animation education. At his own pace, without rushing, he continues...

Find out who is behind CartoonRecruit.com, your new tool to find your next job!

Whether you're freelancing solo or part of a big team, you will need a production tracking software at some point.

Where to Start with 3D Animation Exercises? The bouncing ball is a classic and, above all, a must-do. Why? Because what you’ll learn from...

Do you want to become a 3D animator? Or are you just interested in this field? Let me guide you on this exciting adventure. Inside Out 2...

Animators, vfx and video games artists: How did you find your first job?

I realized that when I started my first job in animation, my priorities were very different from today's! This gave me the idea to ask...

Let's start the year with optimism! Have you checked out Reddit or other animation forums recently? It's really depressing! "Should I...

For 3D animation, two major players dominate the stage: Maya, historically the most popular 3D software, especially in VFX and feature...