Overview
Learn advanced animation techniques for creating dynamic speed effects in this 27-minute tutorial. Explore the concepts of smear frames and duplicate limbs to enhance fast-moving animations. Discover various methods including built-in tools, hidden rigs, extracted geometry, and simple shapes. Master the art of placing duplicate limbs for optimal spacing and learn to extract geometry for dupes. Dive into creating smears using rig controls, lattice deformers, nonlinear deformers, and camera-based techniques. Gain insights on incorporating 2D elements and random geometry for stylized effects. Perfect for animators looking to add energy and impact to their fast-paced character animations.
Syllabus
- Intro
- What are Smears + Dupes?
- Sponsorship: Morning Brew
- Duplicate Limbs #1 Built-In
- Dupes #2 Hidden Rig
- Dupes #3 Extracted Geo
- Where to Place Duplicate Limbs Spacing
- How to Extract Geo Dupes
- Dupes #4 Simple Geometry
- Smears #1 Rig Controls
- Smears #2A Lattice Deformer
- Smears #2B Nonlinear Deformers
- Smears #2C Camera Lattice
- Smears #3 Random Geometry + 2D
- Outro
Taught by
Sir Wade Neistadt