12 Principles of Animation According to Disney

Learn about the fundamental principles of animation from visual effects legend Craig Caton-Largent in this 29-minute video lecture. Drawing from over 40 years of industry experience, including work on iconic films like Ghostbusters, Batman Returns, and Jurassic Park, explore Disney's essential 12 principles of animation that form the backbone of modern animation techniques. Gain insights from a master craftsman who has collaborated with directors like Tim Burton, Steven Spielberg, and James Cameron, and whose work has earned six Academy Award nominations. As the current Chair of 3D Animation & VFX at New York Film Academy Los Angeles, Caton-Largent shares his expertise in creating compelling animated characters and sequences, developed through his pioneering work in digital effects and co-founding Digital Domain.