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Why do some animations feel perfectly natural while others seem to "float" or lack weight? The answer often comes down to three letters: COG (Center of Gravity). Mastering the center of gravity is the key to balance, inertia, and weight transfer. It’s a fundamental that is far too often forgotten, yet it’s exactly what separates an amateur animation from a credible movement that feels truly bound by the laws of physics.

Looking for the perfect tool to bring your ideas to life? Explore our curated list of the 5 best 3D animation software available today, including free and premium options for every skill level.

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.

Ne perdez plus votre argent. De la "bible" de Richard Williams aux secrets de l'acting Disney, voici les 5 livres essentiels que tout animateur 3D doit posséder.

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

You want to join an animation course or school soon, and you wonder how you can take advantage of your free time and get ahead? That's great! This time will be very valuable! Here is a list of things you can start doing before joining an animation school and get ready for your animation training!

How to become an animator? Where to start? Do you need to learn how to draw?

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

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 to refine a training program that is increasingly comprehensive and effective. What sets his approach apart is, above all, the personalized support he offers his students. With experience in multiple schools, Jérémy has identified the shortcomings of the traditional education system and developed concrete solutions to address them. His train

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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 these animations will help you in every other one! Everything is a "bouncing ball": walking, running, jumping... Need a rig? Rig by - Tc Rigs - get it here . 01 - Bouncing ball On one axis That's it! Keep it simple! Get familiar with the graph editor, learn to play with timing and spacing. Learn how to break the animation curves tangents. 0

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...

How to select an object from the graph editor? Here is my AS_SelectFromCurve tool! How to find which object is related to a specific key...

How to snap two objects together in maya? Let's use this magnet tool! Here is my AS_Snap tool! I think this might be the first tool I...

How to make a bird Flight Cycle? It's your lucky day! I have an amazing resource just for you. It's a fantastic blog by Brendan Body....