Cartooning: Animation 1 with Preston Blair: Learn to animate step by step

Animation 1 is a comprehensive guide to cartoon animation that covers topics such as character development, movement, and dialogue. It is designed for beginners and includes step-by-step sketches, tips, and drawing techniques.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 40 pages
Publication date: 09 May 2019
Publisher: Walter Foster Publishing

Are you ready to embark on a captivating journey into the world of cartoon animation? Look no further than Animation 1, the ultimate guide by acclaimed animator Preston Blair! Join Preston as he unravels the secrets of creating captivating cartoon characters, mastering their shape, personality, features, and mannerisms. Discover the art of crafting movements, from walking and running to skipping and sneaking, and learn how to use lines of action to bring your creations to life. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced artist, Animation 1 offers a comprehensive and insightful exploration of the world of cartoon animation. With its step-by-step sketches, tips, and drawing techniques, this guide is a must-have for every cartoon animation enthusiast.

Subjects covered in Animation 1 include:

Tools & Materials: Learn about the essential tools and materials used in cartoon animation, such as pencils, paper, and drawing software.

Construction of the Head: Dive into the process of constructing a cartoon character's head, including the importance of proportion, shape, and expression.

The Stretch & Squash Principle: Discover how Preston uses the Stretch & Squash Principle to create dynamic and expressive movements in his characters.

Facial Expressions: Learn how to draw and animate expressive facial expressions that bring your characters to life.

Line of Action: Understand the concept of line of action and how it can be used to create convincing movements and gestures.

The Skeleton Foundation: Learn the basic principles of skeletal animation, which is essential for creating realistic and dynamic movements.

Hand Construction: Discover how to draw and animate realistic hands, which are crucial for creating believable interactions and movements.

Character Construction: Explore different character types and learn how to develop their unique personalities, features, and mannerisms.

The "Pugnacious" Character: Learn how to create a character with a tough and aggressive personality, including their posture, facial expressions, and movements.

The "Cute" Character: Discover how to create a character with a soft and endearing personality, including their posture, facial expressions, and movements.

The "Screwball" Type: Learn how to create a character with a quirky and humorous personality, including their posture, facial expressions, and movements.

The "Goofy" Character: Explore the characteristics of the iconic "Goofy" character and learn how to create your own unique goofball character.

Movement of Body Masses: Learn how to animate characters' bodies, including their weight, balance, and movement patterns.

Birds: Dive into the world of bird animation and learn how to create realistic and dynamic bird movements.

Taking Flight: Discover the techniques used to animate birds taking flight, including wing flapping, tail feathers, and body positioning.

The "Take": Learn how to create convincing and realistic takes in cartoon animation, including the use of timing and anticipation.

Movements of the Two-Legged Figure: Explore the movements of a two-legged character, including walking, running, jumping, and climbing.

Movements of the Four-Legged Figure: Discover the movements of a four-legged character, including walking, running, jumping, and climbing.

Front & Rear Views of Movements: Learn how to draw and animate characters from different angles, including front and rear views.

The Skip: Discover how to create a character that skips or jumps over obstacles, using timing and anticipation to create a smooth and convincing movement.

The Sneak: Learn how to create a character that sneaks or hides, using subtle movements and body positioning to create a sense of mystery and intrigue.

The Walk & The Run: Explore the movements of a character walking and running, including their stride, posture, and speed.

Dialogue: Learn how to create convincing and realistic dialogue for your characters, including the use of tone, pacing, and timing.

Designed for beginners, the How to Draw & Paint series offers an easy-to-follow guide that introduces artists to basic tools and materials and includes simple step-by-step lessons for a variety of projects suitable for the aspiring artist.

Animation 1 takes artists to the next level, allowing them to animate a character from character development to movement and dialogue. With Animation 1, artists can broaden the scope of their abilities and showcase their creativity in a whole new way. So, whether you're a fan of cartoons or an aspiring artist, Animation 1 is the perfect guide to help you bring your drawings to life and create captivating cartoon animations.

Weight: 240g
Dimension: 340 x 259 x 3 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781633227736
Edition number: Revised Edition