Animation Masterclasses: From Pencils to Pixels: A Complete Course in Animation & Production

The book "Master Animation" is a comprehensive course that teaches students how to become master animators, regardless of the medium they choose. It includes 48 masterclasses and covers topics such as observational gesture drawing, character design, and animation techniques. The author, Tony White, has 50 years of experience in top-level animating, teaching, and filmmaking, and the book is designed to be the definitive reference book for students learning how to make things move well and create films.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 808 pages
Publication date: 01 November 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Today, it is widely believed that acquiring software skills can lead to a career as an animator. However, this notion is entirely false. Master animators undergo rigorous training and are not born with their abilities. Software, like a simple pencil, serves as a tool that animators utilize to apply their knowledge. It is important to understand that neither software nor pencils possess the knowledge or the capacity to perform the work for them. When a highly skilled master animator is given a computer or a pencil, they can astonish you with their mastery. Conversely, if an untrained animator is placed in front of a computer, all they will produce is a technician creating moving objects, as is readily observed on YouTube and other video platforms.

This book aims to guide you on your journey to becoming a master animator, regardless of the medium you choose to employ, whether it be pencils, computers, drawing tablets, or rigged characters. It constitutes a comprehensive course, comprising 48 masterclasses drawn from the author's 50 years of experience in top-level animating, teaching, and filmmaking. Furthermore, it will impart valuable skills in observational gesture drawing. Designed as the ultimate reference book for students embarking on the path to mastering the art of making things move gracefully and creating films once they have acquired these skills, this book is authored by a master of the art, Tony White.

This book is a valuable resource for a wide range of individuals, including:

Home-based, self-study students: It serves as an excellent manual, guiding you from a novice to a proven animated filmmaker.

Full-time students: It serves as an ideal companion to supplement your full-time educational studies, which, unfortunately, may be overly reliant on software technology.

Current animation professionals: It provides a comprehensive archive of animation tips and techniques that will enable you to elevate your work to new heights.

Whether you are a beginner, a full-time student, or a seasoned animation professional, this book offers invaluable insights and techniques to enhance your skills and achieve your artistic goals.

Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032345864