Animation Basics
This is the process of creating the illusion of movement by displaying a series of images in quick succession
Animation
This is the use of repeating elements to create visual interest and consistency in a design
Pattern
This animation tool allows users to create simple animations and games, often used by beginners
Scratch
This animation technique involves capturing real-world objects frame by frame to create movement
Stop-motion animation
This term refers to the process of creating and designing characters for animation.
Character design
This is the first step in creating an animation, where the basic movements and timing are planned
Storyboarding
This principle of design involves the arrangement of elements to create a sense of stability
Balance
This popular software is used for creating both 2D and 3D animations, widely used in the industry
Blender
What does CGI stand for?
Computer generated imagery
This aspect of character design involves giving a character a distinct look and personality
Character styling
This type of animation involves creating images by hand for each frame
Traditional animation
This term refers to the size relationship between different elements in a design.
Proportion
The process of turning a 3D model or animation into a 2D image or video
Rendering
What do films use create characters, environments, backgrounds, special effects, and even entire animated films?
CGI
This term refers to the visual consistency and recognizability of a character throughout an animation
Continuity
This term refers to the rapid display of a sequence of images to create the illusion of movement
Frame rate
This design principle is used to create a sense of movement in a composition
Rhythm
This allows for the creation of motion on a frame-by-frame basis.
Animation software
This type of animation creates movement by changing the position of objects in a 3D space
This is a simplified sketch of a character used to capture the basic shapes and proportions
Character Rough Sketch
This principle of animation ensures that objects move in a way that feels realistic and natural
Timing
This principle is about making certain elements stand out in a design
Emphasis
True/False - Wizard is a popular animation software designed for animators and game artists
False it's called Houdini
This technique involves drawing the key poses first and then filling in the frames between
Pose-to-pose animation
This is a detailed drawing that shows a character from multiple angles
Character Turnaround