Chapter 5

Animals in Motion

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The animal kingdom is hugely complex, offering almost infinite possibilities and challenges for the animator. Nature fills in all the blanks, from the largest whale to the smallest bug; if there’s a gap in the ecological market, nature meets it.

BEFORE WE BEGIN

It’s through direct and detailed action analysis, either in the flesh or on video, that you will gain a more in-depth knowledge of the motion of animals. You don’t need to concentrate on the wild or the exotic to develop these analytical skills. The average domestic cat or dog will provide enough fascinating material for serious study. The difficulties of animating ...

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